Caring for an individual with special needs is an incredible blessing, but it also comes with its share of challenges. If you are the primary caretaker of an individual with special needs, you know that your job is full of triumphs and tribulations, and it can be overwhelming to do this all on your own. If you are feeling exhausted or overwhelmed as a caretaker, home and community-based services (HCBS) in Arizona may provide a solution.
These services are designed to provide care for your loved one while also providing you a chance to get some much-needed rest and relaxation. That way, you can return to caregiving when you are full of energy and provide your loved one with the best possible care. There are a variety of home & community-based services (HCBS) in Arizona that may fit your needs. On Angel’s Wings, Inc. offers Attendant Care, Respite Care, and Habilitation services for you and your loved ones.
If you have any questions about these home & community-based services in Arizona, feel free to call us at (623) 780-5690 or send an email to contact@onangelswingsaz.com. We are happy to help you explore your options. You can even visit our North Phoenix location to see what these services look like in person. In the meantime, read on to learn more about the HCBS we offer at On Angel’s Wings, Inc.
HCBS, or Home and Community-Based Services, are services designed to assist individuals with special needs. These special needs often include behavioral, physical, or developmental special needs. As the name suggests, these services can take place either in that individual’s home or in a community setting. Professional caretakers are trained to assist individuals of all ages and all ability levels. Oftentimes, these caretakers help individuals with a variety of daily activities, such as eating, getting dressed, and bathing. In some cases, HCBS are designed to allow individuals to stay in their homes rather than traveling to a care facility.
Depending on the HCBS you choose, the services may fall under health services or human services. Health services typically involve nursing care, personal care, dietary management, and therapies (such as occupational, speech, and physical). Human services support daily living and can include senior centers, adult daycare centers, personal care (such as bathing, grooming, eating, etc.), transportation, home care, and financial services. Sometimes, HCBS can include a combination of both types of services depending on your loved one’s specific needs. We encourage you to consult HCBS professionals to determine what services your loved one needs.
For those unfamiliar with home & community-based services in Arizona, you might be here to learn more about your options and how to find the right fit for your loved one. That’s why the team at On Angel’s Wings, Inc. was happy to put together this short guide for understanding HCBS. To start, let’s look at some of the benefits and challenges of HCBS.
There are many wonderful benefits to HCBS that you should consider as you look into this resource. Here are just a few to keep in mind.
Although HCBS are a great way to help your loved one get assistance with daily tasks, there are a few challenges to keep in mind.
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On Angel’s Wings, Inc. offers several home & community-based services (HCBS) in Arizona, including Attendant Care, Habilitation, and Respite services. These services are available in the family home or community for all ages and abilities. We start the HCBS process by meeting with you and finding out how we can provide the best care for you or your loved one. We are committed to finding and matching families with providers as they become available. We can also hire an eligible friend or family member of your choice to be your provider. We utilize a large network of advertising throughout Arizona to search for new employees. Once we have found a suitable caregiver, we will personally train the provider to meet your needs. All providers are background checked and trained in State of Arizona requirements. Providers are available 24 hours a day, seven days per week to meet all of your needs.
Read on to learn more about each type of HCBS and feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
Attendant care provides physical assistance to adults and children with special needs. As part of our services, we assist individuals in maintaining safe and sanitary living conditions while providing personal care and assistance in activities of daily living.
Our caregivers provide assistance with the following activities:
Respite care is designed to give you the break you need while providing quality care for your loved one. Although caring for an individual with special needs is an incredible gift, it can also get exhausting if you don’t take the time you need for yourself. Respite care allows your loved one to get the care they need while you catch up on rest, take care of chores, or meet up with friends and families.
Here are some of the many benefits of respite care.
As part of our habilitation services, we provide outcome-based training to help each individual achieve personal goals outlined in their Individual Support Plan. This increases their independence and self-help skills while building self-esteem.
We often get asked what the difference is between habilitation and rehabilitation. Habilitation involves developing skills that one has not yet attained. An example of habilitation may be helping a child with cerebral palsy learn how to sit. Another child may need speech therapy to learn how to pronounce certain sounds. Rehabilitation, on the other hand, involves regaining skills, abilities, or knowledge that was lost or compromised due to illness, injury, or acquiring a disability.
Click here to learn more about Habilitation.
On Angel’s Wings, Inc. is a Christian organization that provides services for individuals with special needs and their families. Since 2003, we have made it our mission to provide a safe, caring, and loving environment while teaching educational and daily living skills to each individual.
If you have questions or want to learn more about our services, please call us at (623) 780-5690 or send an email to contact@onangelswingsaz.com. We are happy to help you get the resources and support you need!
Interested in HCBS? We serve the following Arizona cities:
For questions or to learn more, please contact us at (623) 780-5690 or send an email to contact@onangelswingsaz.com.