Illness care

24-Hour In-Home Care Services

During this time of your loved one’s journey, DJC Rock Home Care Caregivers work closely with the rest of the Hospice team by providing the BEST support at home with a human touch to your loved one and to your family. We are with you every step of the way. Our Caregivers are very compassionate and caring and will make sure your family is comfortable during this time of transition.

What is the difference between palliative care and hospice care?

Both hospice care and palliative care focuses on improving the quality of life for patients with serious conditions; however, there are key differences that define the two.

Palliative care is primarily focused on keeping a patient comfortable when symptoms, such as pain, interfere with the patient’s 

quality of life. Palliative care is often an essential component of hospice care.

• Typically provided during the initial stages of your loved one’s condition
• Focused on symptom management and comfort

Hospice care focuses on the medical, spiritual, physical, and emotional well-being of a patient. Starting hospice care can positively affect patients with life-limiting illnesses as well as the patient’s family members.

•  Provided as your loved ones progresses through their illness
• Focuses on medical care as well as spiritual and emotional care
• Includes family grief counseling and bereavement services

Remembering the difference between hospice care and palliative care can be difficult. We encourage you and your family to contact our care team for additional details and eligibility information.

• Help planning diabetes-friendly meals
• Recognition of blood sugar emergencies
• Social stimulation and companionship to maintain a healthy mood
• Oral diabetes medication reminders
• Prepare supplies and record blood glucose readings
• Validate accurate insulin measurement and self-administration on schedule

DJC Rock Home Care caregivers provide the most important long-term support for your loved ones who is recovering from stroke.

We will take good care of your loved ones. You’re not alone in facing the challenges to balance your loved one's daily needs.

More than 53 million Americans are receiving non-medical in-home care pertaining to strokes.

Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States. Stroke is a disease that affects the arteries leading to and within the brain. It is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States.

A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts (or ruptures). When that happens, part of the brain cannot get the blood (and oxygen) it needs, so it and brain cells die.

Stroke can be caused either by a clot obstructing the flow of blood to the brain (called an ischemic stroke) or by a blood vessel rupturing and preventing blood flow to the brain (called a hemorrhagic stroke). A TIA (transient ischemic attack), or "mini stroke", is caused by a temporary clot.

The brain is an extremely complex organ that controls various body functions. If a stroke occurs and blood flow can't reach the region that controls a particular body function, that part of the body won't work as it should.

Recognize the warning signs and call 9-1-1 immediately. 

This can make the difference between a strong recovery and disability or even death.  

Whole body wellness can help you feel stronger, healthier and mentally sharp – and it can also reduce your stroke risk.

There is life – and hope – after stroke. With time, new routines will become second nature. Rehabilitation can build your strength, capability and confidence.

• Help with bathing, grooming and dressing
• Assistance holding and manipulating eating utensils
• Opening jars, cans and containers
• Help getting in and out of bed or recliners
• Application of non-prescription pain patches and heating pads