In-Home Care Services for Special Needs Children

Ohana Care has trained caregivers and nurses that can assist with all support and medical services required when caring for a child with special needs.

SERVICES FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL HEALTH CARE NEEDS

Our Licensed Practical Nurses provide care based on physicians orders and parental guidance for the following procedures as either in-home caregivers and/or on a bus transporting children to school:

  • Tracheotomy care
  • Medication administration/assistance
  • Seizure management
  • G tube feeding
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Monitor vital signs and glucose levels
  • Overnight respite care for parents

Our LPN's are trained and orientated to meet the individual needs of each child.

Our caregivers follow a plan created with the direct input of the parents of the child. We offer:

  • After school care: Care delivered in the home after school. Tasks include care, play time, light housekeeping, meal preparation, babysitting other siblings
  • Nurses on the bus: Licensed Practical Nurses accompany your child from your door to the school, assisting with medical equipment/devices and ensuring safe transportation
  • Respite Care: If you are going away or need some time for yourself, our caregivers will come to your home to ensure continuity of care and comfort for your child
  • Overnight Care: When your child is ill and requires overnight care or monitoring vitals and symptoms so you can get a restful night of sleep

TRUSTED PROFESSIONALS

Our Licensed Practical Nurses provide care based on physicians orders and parental guidance for the following procedures as either in-home caregivers and/or on a bus transporting children to school:

Frequently Asked Questions

The most common home care service for those with special needs depends on the type of special needs and the severity of the disability. However, some of the most common services include respite care, overnight care and after-school care.

The two types of in-home care are medical care and non-medical care. Healthcare professionals provide in-home medical care for those suffering from a severe injury or chronic illness. In comparison, non-medical home care is provided by registered caregivers who support with daily tasks or provide non-medical services such as companion care or respite care.

There are a variety of benefits of in-home care for those living with special needs. Some of these benefits include receiving their desired support in a familiar and comfortable environment and receiving support based on an individualized care plan that meets their specific needs and preferences.

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