How Personalized Care Plans Support Residents at Barnes Place
At Barnes Place in Latrobe, PA, care plans are personalized roadmaps that match each resident's daily needs and preferences with the right support services. Care plans include details such as bathing, dressing, toileting, medication management, and mobility needs. They are living documents that are constantly updated as residents' needs change.
With the 5th largest number of older adults in the country, Pennsylvania is a fitting home for Barnes Place, where seniors can live comfortably and confidently. Small, homey, and focused on providing the best in individualized personal care in Latrobe, PA, our community exists to help residents thrive in mind, body, and spirit. We also ensure residents enjoy Latrobe highlights, including Keystone State Park and the local historical society.
What Are Care Plans?
Care plans are used across the healthcare and senior living communities as individualized guides to patient care. In the personal care setting, senior health plans focus on resident support strategies. Caregivers become familiar with each resident's personal care plan and tailor their support accordingly.
Personal Care
Older adults reside in personal care communities because they need help with one or more of the activities of daily living. Physiopedia has described these as:
- Walking around the home and outside.
- Feeding
- Dressing and grooming
- Going to the bathroom
- Bathing and showering
- Changing one's body position
Additionally, some seniors require assistance with medication management. They may need reminders about which medications to take at what times. This is another important element of daily care planning.
Activities and Interests
Care plans also focus on the individual - what makes them who they are. It may include details about their life before they came to the community, and their various preferences.
This can help caregivers support residents to create a daily schedule that meets their needs and preferences. At Barnes Place, this may include stimulating Qigong sessions, fun karaoke, or an outing to explore the community or enjoy nature.
What Are the Four Types of Care Plans?
In senior living and personal care contexts, you will often see care plans organized by purpose and scope. It can be helpful for families to think about four types of care plans that together make up complete senior health plans.
1. Activities of Daily Living
This details the hands-on help the older adult requires. It may include information about bathing, dressing, continence, mobility, and other personalized needs.
2. Health and Medication Plan
Medication management details are included here. Updates will be driven by the resident's healthcare team outside of our community.
3. Lifestyle and Engagement Plan
Residents are free to choose their own daily schedule. However, some may need gentle encouragement to engage in activities that support their physical, emotional, and mental health and well-being. The lifestyle and engagement plan details activities that are safe and appropriate for the resident.
4. Logistics and Services Plan
Weekly housekeeping, laundry, and wellness coordination arrangements are included in this section. Think of it as all the behind-the-scenes work that is done to ensure the resident remains healthy, clean, and happy.
Of course, these types or sections are not set in stone and overlaps occur. However, this provides a helpful framework for caregivers, family, and the resident themselves. It is always our goal to keep the resident fully involved in their own care plan and arrangements, so they feel empowered and maintain their independence.
How Care Plans Come to Life at Barnes Place
A resident's personalized care plan informs every aspect of daily life at Barnes Place. All caregivers understand the importance of sticking to the care plan to ensure the resident gets the support they need, but is still encouraged to remain as independent as possible.
Morning to Evening Support
From the moment the resident wakes up until they go to bed at night, the care plan describes the support they will need. From going to the bathroom and bathing, through to getting undressed and into bed, every aspect is carefully outlined to strike the right balance between support and autonomy.
Life Made Easier
A major perk of moving into a personal care community is no longer having to worry about laundry and housekeeping! Additionally, our restaurant team works tirelessly to produce delicious and nutritious meals, with options to accommodate various dietary requirements. All of these needs and details are recorded in the resident's care plan.
Move, Mingle, and Enjoy!
Barnes Place personal care community gives residents the chance to enjoy the best social life they've had in years! Our activity calendar changes monthly, and includes opportunities to flex those vocal cords, enjoy Wii Bowling, and stimulate the mind with current events. Care plans outline the types of activities that are suitable for each resident so you can enjoy life and remain safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Do Families Stay in the Loop With Care Plans?
Creating care plans is a collaborative process. Family members often know our residents the best and have valuable contributions to offer. As part of our wellness coordination, we can seek input from the family. As the weeks go by, your observations are valuable and can be shared with our team so we can put the best resident support strategies in place.
How Does Barnes Place Support Active Routines?
Hesitation is natural for seniors when they move into a personal care community. They may have been somewhat socially isolated and feel awkward at first around new people. Or it may be the first time they have worked out in years.
The key is never to force, but to start small and encourage. Low-key social options, such as games, puzzles, and coffee-and-conversation mornings, are a great start. Going out for a scenic drive is a low-pressure outing. We celebrate small wins, and as residents settle in, they may naturally start participating in more activities.
Experience Excellent Care in a Homey Setting at Barnes Place
Transitioning to a personal care community can be daunting, however much it is needed. But Barnes Place is small, intimate, and inviting. We make the transition easy by tailoring care plans to each senior's needs and preferences, providing an immediate boost to their quality of life!
Come and see the difference for yourself. Schedule a visit to our close-knit community today.