SENIOR SERVICES

HOME MATTERS is a project of HILLTOPPERS, Inc. which provides support and assistance to seniors and others with a disability who have TNCare.

OUR MISSION is to enhance the quality of life for the member by providing non medical Personal Care, Homemaker, and Respite services where the person can continue to live safely in their own home.

We can also provide adult day care at our day center.

OUR GOAL is to provide comfort, respect and dignity to Home Matters members through quality, person-centered care.

Home Matters provides support and assistance with the activities of daily living so that senior adults and physically disabled individuals can remain independent in their own homes.  From personal hygiene and dressing to meal preparation assistance and light housekeeping, Home Matters provides help around the home when it's needed most and Adult Day when the caregiver needs relief at home.

Home Matters services are provided by a Personal Care Aide (PCA) who is extensively trained. Each PCA receives a minimum of 40 hours of comprehensive training, with continuing education and ongoing skills training. PCAs are bonded, insured and are American Heart Association certified to perform First Aid and CPR. Unlike CNA training for hospital or nursing homes, Home Matters Personal Care Aides are trained specifically for the home setting. The ratio of care in the home is one-to-one and the enrollee always has final say regarding care.  Adult day care is provided in small group settings.

TYPES OF CARE PROVIDED BY A PCA:

• Personal Care -- Assistance with toileting, dressing, hygiene, bathing, grooming and mobility
  
• Homemaker Tasks -- Sweeping, mopping, dusting, bed making, washing dishes, laundry, meal preparation, nutrition education and home safety
  
• In-home Respite -- Companionship for an extended period of time when a family member or caregiver needs a break. Services can include personal care and homemaker services.
  
• Transportation/Errands -- Grocery shopping, prescription pickup, medical appointments and other personal errands
  
• Memory activities, toileting, education about time and place, exercise, etc.