Services

PRIVATE DUTY HOME CARE

For us, it’s personal.  When you need someone to care for you or a loved one, choose a well-trained, compassionate, and reliable professional.  Choose a company that guarantees your satisfaction and gives you peace of mind. Choose LifeStyle Options, Inc. ….

There’s no place like home.  Since we first started in 1989, our private duty home services have always been completely customized for you.  You tell us what you would like, and we take great pride in providing services exactly that way.  These individual care plans allow opportunities to age in place, safely and securely.  When your needs change, so does our care plan.  We supervise and communicate closely and often!  Plus our caregivers have access to a registered nurse 24 hours a day.  In fact, we have always been nurse owned and operated.

LifeStyle Options holds several licenses.  We offer licensed medical home care (registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and certified nursing assistants) (IL License 4000146) and licensed non-medical home care services (IL License 3000249) such as personal care, meal preparations, medication reminders and other chores and errands. We provide hourly, live-in and respite care for older adults and disabled young adults.  We also accept many Long Term Care insurances.

Our caregivers and nurses and Professional Geriatric Care Managers are all employees of LifeStyle Options, which means we are responsible for taxes, insurance, liability, background checks, and supervision. Each of our employees are carefully screened, including criminal background checks, fingerprinting and complete reference checks.  Training is extensive and supervision is close and current.

All Private Duty Services Are Available on an Hourly or Live-in Basis, & Include:
Companionship Housekeeping Meal Preparation Chores & Errands Medication Reminders Medication Management Transportation S.P.A. Experience Hospital Sitter	Exercise, Walking, & Transferring Dementia & Alzheimer's Care Assistance with Bathing & Personal Care Licensed Nurses (RN or LPN) (Hourly Only) Professional Geriatric Care Management
Extra Benefits Are:
No Finders Fees or Hidden Costs FREE Care Conferences	24-Hour Free Help Line for Our Clients  Convenience Products Shipped Free Right to Your Door

 

PROFESSIONAL MEDICATION MANAGEMENT

Almost 40 percent of all adverse drug reactions reported each year involve people over 60 years old.   Older adults take more medication now than ever before.  The average person over 65 takes between 2 and 7 prescription medications daily.

With aging, many body processes are altered and often slow down, affecting the way medications are absorbed, distributed, metabolized and excreted. These elements combine to create a greater risk of drug interactions, drug/food interactions, and side effects. Some medications will not work or have dangerous side effects when taken with other medications.  Cognitive difficulties also interfere with the ability to remember when, how and if to take medications.

LifeStyle Options, Inc. offer Professional Medication Management programs to meet these needs.

Option I. Professional Medication Management:

In this option, we take complete responsibility for oversight of an individual’s medications.  Designed for individuals with multiple medications and/or cognitive or physical challenges that prevent good medication compliance., it works like this:

• First, a Registered Professional Nurse (RN) notifies the individual’s physician(s) of the service and verifies the medication regimen.
• A licensed pharmacist reviews the medication regimen for interactions and side effects.
• Medications are set up weekly in appropriate containers.
• The RN  handles all refills, changes and medication updates.

Option II. Medication Set-Up and Reminders

Option II focuses on accurate dosage and timely compliance.  Designed for those individuals who would benefit from an organized system and regular reminders, Medication Set-Up and Reminder service can be purchased as a package or can be purchased separately as either Medication Set-Up only or Medication Reminders only.  Medication Set-Up and Reminders service includes:

• Close communication with the family regarding any issues
• Medications are set up weekly in appropriate containers by a nurse
• Reminders by qualified staff on a regularly scheduled basis

SENIOR HOUSING

Retain your residents longer. We understand your business and share your commitment and desire to enhance the lives of your residents. LifeStyle Options, Inc., leads the way in the delivery of flexible, comprehensive senior programs that focus on wellness and prevention.

With long-running programs in place all across the state, your business will benefit from our professional expertise and documented quality assurance processes.  Our on-site programs are offered at a reduced cost to the community and its residents and are designed specifically to attract and retain residents. 

All Our Senior Housing Programs Include:

• Delivery of a high-touch, high-tech service plan by well-trained, caring, experienced staff;
• Day-to-day management, responsibility, and accountability for the operation of the program;
• Providing 24/7/365 staffing as needed;
• Coordinating and ensuring the use of skilled nursing, therapies, and other strategies to achieve the highest level of functioning possible;
• Assuring that the episodic/temporary health, I/ADL, nursing needs of the residents are met; and
• Responsibility for all business functions including payroll, billing, insurance, taxes, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and management financial reporting
• Provide complimentary Blood Presures Clinics
• Provide educational opportunities to staff, residents and families.
• Participate in Health Fairs and other marketing events
• We assist you in retaining your residents in our  Retention Program (View PDF)
• Partner with in-house vendors to ensure the residents are aging in place.
• Leader in on-site housing for the past twenty  years

 If you are interested in having on-site services at your community, please contact laura@lifestyleoptions.com

 

 

PROFESSIONAL GERIATRIC CARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES

Overview: Increasing numbers of older people are living to advanced ages in the United States. Most older people prefer to remain in their homes as they age, but finding the right long-term care providers and services can be difficult. Consumers often do not know exactly what kind of help they need, how to find and arrange for services, and how much they must pay for services. A knowledgeable Professional Geriatric Care Manager (PGCM) will, for a fee, assess a client's needs, arrange services, and monitor care on an ongoing basis.

PCGM services can be a valuable option for older persons and their families who can afford such services.  From assessment of needs to advice on available resources, a well-trained care manager can help individuals to remain as independent as possible, to live in one's home with assistance, or to assess other living arrangements such as supportive housing or assisted living facilities.

What is a Professional Geriatric Care Manager?

A Professional Geriatric Care Managers (PGCM) is a health and human services specialist who helps families who are caring for older relatives*. The PGCM is trained and experienced in any of several fields related to long-term care, including, but not limited to nursing, gerontology, social work, or psychology, with a specialized focus on issues related to aging and elder care.

The PGCM assists older adults  in attaining their maximum functional potential.  In addition, the PGCM is an experienced guide and resource for families of older adults and others with chronic needs, including helping those suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease or exhibiting symptoms of dementia.

* Consumers must have confidence that people who say they can perform this work have the right education and training to do so. Many GCMs are licensed nurses or social workers, but these licenses do not necessarily guarantee an ability to address a client's financial or legal questions or provide comprehensive knowledge of all service options. In addition, many geriatric care managers are not members of any licensed profession. In most states, any person can call himself or herself a geriatric care manager and offer services to the public. Consumers can face the possibility of uninformed advice or outright fraud. Web sites such as the National Professional Geriatric Care Manager’s Association can be very helpful in assessing professional competence.

How Do You Know if You Really Need a Professional Geriatric Care Manager?

When considering to engage the services of a PGCM, you should evaluate whether you have the time, inclination, or skills to manage the challenges of geriatric care.  If you are not sure, ask a trusted advisor to help you decide if an elder care expert may be helpful.  Enlisting the support of other family members to consult a professional is a good way to build a consensus on the solutions. 

What Can a Professional Geriatric Care Manager Do for You?

• Conduct care-planning assessments to identify problems and to provide solutions. 
• Screen, arrange, and monitor in-home help or other services, including assistance in hiring a qualified caregiver for home care. 
• Provide short- or long-term eldercare assistance for those engaged in local or long distance caregiving.
• Review financial, legal, or medical issues and offer referrals to geriatric specialists. Act as a liaison to families at a distance, overseeing care, and quickly alerting families to problems – especially important when families are engaged in long distance caregiving for a loved one. 
• Assist with moving an older person to or from a retirement complex, assisted care home, or nursing home. 
• Provide consumer education and advocacy.

 

LifeStyle Options, Inc. Professional Geriatric Care Management

Our licensed Professional Geriatric Care Managers (PCGM) are all RNs with advanced practice degrees specializing in geriatrics.  Services include but are not limited to:

1. Developing and monitoring a thorough plan of care; personalized and compassionate service -- focusing on the individual's wants and needs
2. Providing comprehensive written assessments.
3. Supervising and coordinating home care services as requested.
4. Ensuring all day-to-day needs are met in the best way for each specific client.  Coordinating medical and other services.
5. Helping to organize and pay monthly bills.
6. Maintain safety and well-being.   Provide regular communication to family and all parties.
7. Help explore options, recommend interventions and develop long-term plans.
8.  Accessibility -- care is typically available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 
9. Continuity of care management – communications are coordinated between family members, doctors and other professionals, and service providers. 
10. Cost containment -- inappropriate placements, duplication of services, and unnecessary hospitalizations are avoided.        

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