As a non-profit organization, our mission is to promote healthy aging by enabling clients to maintain their quality of life while they continue to live at home, safely and with dignity.
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There is no place like home, and that’s why most clients want to remain living at home as long as possible. The familiarity and security of one’s own home offers much comfort, especially when challenged with health issues. Yet, as loved ones grow older, families are faced with meeting their day-to day needs and health care requirements. That’s why JFS at Home is committed to providing the very best non-medical home health care for clients in Palm Beach County.
JFS at Home provides trusted, caring and pre-screened home health aides and certified nursing assistants to our clients giving them and their family members the peace of mind they seek with the care and attention they require.
JFS at Home will carefully match your loved one with an individual who has received specialized training to provide socialization, assistance with errands, coordination of appointments, and more.
JFS at Home provides trusted, caring, and pre-screened home health aides and certified nursing assistants to our clients. These caregivers assist clients with personal care and activities of daily living.
It is sometimes hard to determine the level of care needed for you or your loved one and it can seem impossible at times with so many agencies out there. JFS at Home wants to make this an easy process for you and we will guide you along the way to choose the options that best fit your needs.
2023-05-17
JFS @ Home has helped take care of my mother for over 7 years. They have been, “nothing short” of excellent. No matter what time of day, the staff and care givers, have responded quickly to our needs; professionally and with the utmost compassion. They have made the difficult task of caring for a loved one much easier. After “bouncing around” with different agencies we are so grateful to have found JFS @ Home.
2021-10-17
We have been a client for years now and I have to say so far the aides have been kind and reliable with minor scheduling issues. Once you make it clear what’s required - you’re good to go. One of her aides , every year brings a cake and balloon for her birthday !
2023-11-10
Tailored service, great team, satisfied long term clients, this is who we are at JFS at Home! If you're looking for dedicated long term companions that can give you the friendly feel and knowledge of your background traditions you have missed in your life, you coming to the right agency.
2023-11-10
Ora Peker does a great job helping my mom as her companion aide.
2023-11-10
First, it was my mom in need of care, and that became 24/7, and months after she passed, my dad needed assistance at home, and the JFS Team have been doing that home care/assistance work, as and when needed (super flexible if hours need to be adjusted), with compassion, and always in a professional and attentive manner. JFS has made it possible for both of them to keep living in their familiar home surroundings, which is priceless.
Recognizing the unique challenges faced by individuals with cognitive impairments, JFS at Home provides specialized care designed to maintain the dignity and well-being of our clients. Our caregivers are trained in compassionate, effective strategies to manage behaviors, engage clients, and ensure a safe living environment. We focus on creating a comforting, familiar atmosphere, essential for those coping with these conditions.
Absolutely, with the rising need for proper medication management among seniors, our caregivers provide timely medication reminders, assist with reading labels and opening containers, and help with medication reorders as necessary. This service helps prevent medication errors and ensures consistent adherence to each client’s prescribed regimen. However, it’s important to note that while we can assist with reminders, our caregivers do not directly administer medications.
JFS at Home prioritizes client safety by assisting with mobility needs and implementing fall-prevention strategies. Our caregivers are adept in helping clients use mobility aids, clearing home passageways, and providing supervision for safe ambulation. Furthermore, our in-home assessments by registered nurses include a thorough safety evaluation and recommendations for assistive devices or home modifications to enhance overall safety and comfort.
Respite care is a service designed to give primary caregivers a necessary break from the demands of ongoing care. JFS at Home understands the physical and emotional toll of caregiving and offers quality care for your loved one while family caregivers take time to rest, handle personal errands, or spend time with other family members. This temporary relief is crucial in maintaining the well-being of both the caregivers and those they care for.
Companion Services” at JFS at Home are designed to offer non-medical assistance and social interaction, helping to enhance the quality of life for seniors. Unlike hands- on personal care provided by Home Health Aides, Companion services focus on daily activities, social engagement, and light household tasks.
Our companions assist with errands, appointments, meals, and provide a friendly, supportive presence that encourages a fulfilling, independent lifestyle for seniors.
JFS at Home prioritizes a thoughtful, personalized matching process. Our companions are carefully vetted, undergo specialized training, and are selected based on compatibility with the client’s needs, personality, and interests. This careful matching aims to foster a trusting, enjoyable relationship that enriches the senior’s daily living experience.
Absolutely. Companion services are ideal for active seniors, providing them the assistance and social interaction they need to continue living an engaged, independent life. Companions can assist with transportation, accompany seniors on recreational outings, help organize social engagements, and support participation in community activities, all of which contribute to a senior’s overall well-being.
Yes, companion services serve as an excellent respite solution for primary caregivers. By taking over various daily tasks and providing social interaction, companions allow primary caregivers time to rest, handle personal obligations, or simply take a break. This not only helps to maintain the caregiver’s health and well-being but also can enhance the quality of care provided to the senior.
Families interested in integrating companion services into their senior loved one’s life can reach out to JFS at Home for a free consultation. By calling 561-852-HOME (4663), they can discuss specific needs, preferences, and the kind of support required with a professional who can guide them through the process. This initial step ensures a tailored approach to companion care, addressing each individual’s unique circumstances.
Medicare does not cover the cost of private duty non-medical home care. JFS at Home offers services at a competitive hourly rate. Services may be covered by long term care insurance policies and we can assist with the claims process and ongoing long term care billing. Clients are responsible for any balance not covered by their long term care policy.
Our commitment to personalized, compassionate care sets us apart. We focus on holistic wellbeing, considering the emotional, social, and physical health of seniors. Our affiliation with Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services, enables us to connect our clients with a robust range of senior services offered to the community by a trusted non profit organization that has been operating in our community for over 40 years. Our team is not only credentialed but also specially trained to serve with empathy, respect, and patience.
Private duty non-medical home care involves personalized support services provided in a client’s home. These services can include assistance with daily living activities, companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminders, and various other non-medical tasks to support independent living.
Our caregivers are thoroughly screened in adherence with the regulations established by the Agency for Healthcare Administration. These include level 2 background screening and credential verification. JFS at Home goes beyond those requirements by also conducting motor vehicle record screenings, verification of auto insurance, and drug screenings. Caregivers undergo a comprehensive interview process to evaluate their skills, experience, and compatibility with our mission to provide compassionate, high-quality care.
Typically, private duty non-medical care services are not covered by Medicare, as they don’t involve clinical or medical necessities. Some long-term care insurance policies may cover these services. We recommend reviewing your policy details or contacting your insurance provider for clarification.
The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration is responsible for the administration of the Florida Medicaid program, licensure and regulation of Florida’s health facilities and for providing information to Floridians about the quality of care they receive
For the Palm Beach County Department of Elder Affairs Directory with contact numbers.
To report abuse, neglect or exploitation please call the the Central Abuse Hotline at 1-800-962-2873
To report a complaint regarding the services you receive please call the Home Health Hotline at 1-888-419-3456
To report suspected Medicaid fraud please call the Medicaid Fraud Hotline at 1-866-966-7226
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