FAQs - Guidepost Wellness

"The closest thing to being cared for is to care for someone else.” ~ Carson McCullers

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Guidepost Wellness Question and Answer

Qtn... Can Guidepost Wellness or Caregivers give medical advice?

The answer to the question is... No
Disclaimer: Statements on this website have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration or any government agency. All services, data, and the Guidepost Wellness Plan are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The information presented is to be used as a part of a Wellness Lifestyle focused on Homeopathic Medicine. Please consult a health practitioner for any medical or health condition.

It must be your decision to learn and embrace the homeopathic knowledge contained in the GuidePost Wellness Plan.

Qtn... Why does Guidepost maintain a Homoeopathic Caregiver Registry?

Maintaining a Homoeopathic Caregiver Registry helps us to ensure the proper matching and vetting of caregivers on a timely basis. Performing background checks, verifying credentials, and contacting work and personal references requires time. The registry allows us to quickly respond to care-seeker requests when time is of the essence.

The registry also functions as a filtering process to eliminate unqualified applicants. A caregiver with a checkered past will seldom voluntarly submit to a registration vetting process. Likewise, a highly qualifed caregiver views the registry as a positive career move. It also affords the caregiver a faster transistion between placements.

The registry is also invaluable for the proper matching of the care-seeker needs and the caregiver qualifications. The registry includes skills and work preferences of the caregiver in a searchable database that allows us to quickly make referrals to the care-seeker. The prescreening of caregivers streamlines the process at the time of the hire and helps to ensure the success of the placement.

Qtn... Why does Guidepost maintain a Volunteer Registry?

Maintaining the Guidepost Volunteer Registry helps our care-seekers multiple their resources and lower their overall costs. Volunteers receive no pay and Guidepost does not receive any compensation for coordinating volunteer services. All volunteers perform acts of extreme kindness and genuinely are blessed with a servants heart. Volunteers consist of individuals, groups, and faith-based organizations dedicated to sharing their time and energy to help those in need.

Our volunteers provide rides to medical appointments, help provide meals, change light bulbs, and check in by phone to make sure our clients are doing well. All volunteer visits are optional and must be preapproved by the care-seeker.

Volunteer registration includes character references and personal histories. Initial volunteer services are usually supervised by the WC (Wellness Coordinator) or the primary caregiver.

Qtn... What is a Client Care Plan and how is it developed?

The personalized Client Care Plan is developed by the Guidepost WC (Wellness Coordinator). The WC performs a Site Safety Evaluation and a Client Needs Assessment to determine the care-receivers functional ability to care for their own needs. The WC then meets with the family to assist in the development of the care plan.

The purpose of the Care Plan is to help the client restore good health, and improve the clients overall quality of life. Hopefully, the care plan can reduce the need for hospitalization or institutionalization... and enable the client to live independently for as long as possible.

The caregiver executes and documents the care plan throughout each visit. The care plan may be altered by the WC as curcumstances change.

The care plans also addresses the need to provide home-like routines and suggest ways to provide healthy lifestyles that fits the beliefs and personal preferences of the care-receiver.

Qtn... What care plan subject areas are discussed when meeting with the family?

The following needs of the care recipient are discussed and included in the plan:

• Physical needs with regards to bathing and grooming, dressing, meals and diet, mobility, and incontinence.
• Reviewing schedules involving sleep, eating and medicine.
• Emotional needs such as social interaction, activities, conversation, appointments, and companionship.
• Assistance with homemaking such as preparation of meals, groceries, linens, laundry, and light housekeeping.
• Transportation and the schedules for outside therapies and care.

Other topics discussed include documentation procedures, security, access to the home, and the cost of services.

Qtn... A lot seems to happen at the initial on-site meeting with the family. How long does it take?

The time required can vary depending on several factors such as the knowledge level of the care-seekers and the needs of the care-receiver. The WC (Wellness Coordinator) usually spends at least one hour gathering information prior to discussing the various care plan options with the family. The family care meeting usually lasts another hour, therefore you should plan on about 2 hours. Our obejective is to reach a concenus with the family on the specific details of the care plan.

Qtn... Does Guidepost allow us to select and interview our caregiver?

Once the care plan has been established, Guidepost will create a formal job description and match/recommend prospective caregivers from our caregiver registry. All caregivers have been properly vetted prior to inclusion in our registry. Guidepost has established an effective process for pre-screening our recommended applicants.

When Guidepost is only assisting in a private hire, the care-seeker is always the "boss". The care-seeker has the option to interview potential caregivers until all of his concerns are alleviated.

When Guidepost assumes the role of a service provider managing the delivery of client services, the care-seeker still has the capability to select and interview the caregivers. However, care-seekers usually opt to first gauge the actions of an assigned caregiver and then request a replacement if they have concerns. The care-seeker is still the boss and always has the discretion to decide who will be allowed in the home to deliver services.

Qtn... Does Guidepost offer home care services to non-seniors?

Guidepost specializes in Homoeopathic Wellness and the restoration of the immune system. While seniors are more likely to have a compromised immune system, we also serve other situational needs as follows:

• Disabled individuals of any age.
• People of any age suffering long-term illness.
• Individuals of any age who need short-term care following an operation or a hospital stay.

Each case is carefully evaluated to determine if special needs exist and the needs are within the scope of our available caregivers and non-medical guidelines.

Qtn... What happens if our caregiver is sick or goes on vacation?

Guidepost always encourages the building of long term relationships between the care-receiver and the caregiver. However, sometimes the primary caregiver(s) can have responsiblites which conflict with a work schedule. In situations like this... the WC (Wellness Coordinator) gets involved and seeks a solution.

The Caregiver Registery provides us with a team of qualified caregivers to address service needs beyond the scope of the primary caregiver. The registry can cover most emergency situations that may arise. Many caregivers prefer short assignments on an as-needed basis.

The flexibility to adjust quickly is advantagous to both the care-receiver and the primary caregiver.

Qtn... What does the term service provider mean?

In healthcare, a service provider is a broad term referring to any organization or legal entity acting as a direct provider of health care services under Federal and State laws. Examples include hospitals, doctors, physical therapists, nursing homes, home health and so on... basically any business entity that takes care of your health and are authorized by the state to bill the government or insurance companies for reimbursement.

For our purposes, Wellness Services are rarely covered by the government and insurance companies. A Healthcare Service Provider can bill Medicaid to reimburse the cost of certain personal care services when low-income levels are met and certain situations exist.

Within our service area, a few state agencies do provide some service programs for disabled senior citizens, and we will gladly share that information with any anyone who contact us.

Qtn... Isn't it dangerous to allow a stranger in my house?

Many care-seekers express a great reluctance to exposing their private life and personal living space. Security, privacy, and bonding are areas discussed in the family planning meeting.

Care receivers often worry that their belongings will be stolen. This does happen, but it is much rarer than you might be led to believe. Several security prevention measures can be implemented just to make yourself less anxious about this happening. The WC (Wellness Coordinator) addresses security concerns in the initial family planning meeting.

Qtn... Will the caregiver drive our car? What happens if there is an accident?

Transportation needs and mobility issues are addressed in the family planning meeting. As the care-seeker, you can make the decisions regarding modes of transportation. Several options exist.

If you choose to have a Caregiver drive your vehicle, it is advised that you speak to your auto insurance provider to inquire about any additional coverage or criteria that would need to be met to ensure you are protected if an accident should occur.

Other care-seekers prefer to pay the cargiver the federal milage rate for the use of their vehicle. Others opt to contract directly with Guidepost for their transportation needs. Every situation is different.

Qtn... Does Guidepost accept Long Term Care Insurance?

If you have a long-term care policy with a home care benefit, it is advised that you talk to your insurance representative about the criteria that must be met to qualify for this benefit. They may require that you or the Caregiver submit certain documentation, such as daily care notes. Policy coverage varies greatly from one policy to another. Check the policy for how many days of care are required before the policy will start to pay.

Determine whether there is coverage for hiring someone privately, or only for hiring through a licensed agency. Some policies simply require a certifed caregiver while others may require a authorized service provider. When a service provider is required, Guidepost can usually meet service provider status to satisfy policy requirements. The bottom line is it all depends on the policy coverage.

I am sure that you probably still have many questions. You can go to the Home page and fill out an online application. We will contact you and try to answer all of your questions. All inquiries are confidential and any future communications will be based on your preference.

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Summary of Services
• Homoeopathic Caregiver Registry
• Vetting and Matching
• Defined and Documented Duties
• Negotiated Affordable Rates
• Wellness Training
• Wellness Assistance

Levels of Care
• Caregiver Companion
• Home Health Aides
• Certified Nursing Aides
• Phone and Online Support

Wellness Protocols & Training
• How Your Body Works
• Role of Cell Structure
• Importance of Water in the Body
• Importance of Oxyogen in the Body
• pH Scale (acid-base balance)
• Body Voltage & Electrons
• Understanding the Immune System
• Healthy Immune System is slighty Alkaline
• Unhealthy Immune System is always Acidic
• Unhealthy Immune System is always Low Voltage
• How to Take Care of Your Body
• Patheons Cause Diseases
• Diseases Cause Pain
• Heavy Metals and other Toxins
• Detox Training
• Detox Assistance
• Role of the Thyroid Gland
• Importance of Iodine
• Role of Stomach Acid
• Role of Dental Problems
• Role of Proper Nutrition
• Vitimins, Minerals, and Herbs
• Role of Brain Waves
• Mind, Body, and Soul (Spirit)

Volunteer Services
• Volunteer Registry
• Volunteer Vetting
• Volunteer Oversight
Note: Volunteer services focus on short visits and companionship.

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