Community Care ServicesHome SupportHome support services are designed to help clients remain independent and in their own home as long as possible. Home support provides personal assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming and light household tasks that help to maintain a safe and supportive home. If home support assistance is recommended, a case manager will help the client determine the assistance that will best suit their needs and will make the necessary arrangements. Personal Assistance Guidelines -- November 2008 (PDF 160Kb) Often a client’s care plan includes tasks, such as assistance with taking medication, that are usually performed by a professional such as a nurse or community rehabilitation therapist. However, if proper safety measures are put in place, these professional tasks can be delegated to a community health worker. This document describes when a task should be delegated, what processes need to be in place to ensure quality care and the responsibilities of all parties involved. These guidelines replace the 1997 document and are intended to be used in conjunction with health authority and organization specific policies and procedures. |
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