Transferring and ambulating

Caregivers provide safe, hands-on assistance for individuals who need support moving from one position to another, whether transferring between a bed, chair, or wheelchair, or walking throughout the home. Proper body mechanics and, when needed, assistive devices are used to reduce the risk of falls and injury for both client and caregiver. Balance, strength, and mobility are monitored over time, with the level of support adjusted as needs change. This attentive assistance helps clients stay active and confident while moving safely through their daily routine.

Bathing

Respectful, dignified assistance with bathing helps clients stay clean and comfortable while honoring their privacy and preferences. Whether support is needed for a full bath, shower, or bed bath, caregivers ensure a safe environment by minimizing slip and fall risks throughout the process. Close attention is paid to skin health during bathing, watching for signs of irritation, pressure sores, or other changes that may need attention. This personalized support helps clients maintain hygiene and comfort while preserving their sense of independence.

Dressing and grooming

Clients receive attentive assistance with dressing and grooming in a way that supports their comfort, dignity, and personal style. Support may include help selecting and putting on clothing, as well as grooming tasks such as hair care, shaving, and oral hygiene. Clients are encouraged to do as much as they safely can on their own, with caregivers stepping in only where needed to promote a sense of independence. This daily assistance helps clients look and feel their best while starting each day with confidence.

Companionship & Meal Prep

Widely reported in the media is the epidemic of loneliness. According to the US Surgeon General " Loneliness is far more than a bad feeling-it harms both individual and societal health. It is associated with a greater risk of cardiovascular disease, dementia, stroke, depression, anxiety, and premature death." To help your loved one avoid loneliness and its negative effects, even a few hours of companion care each week can significantly help preserve their energy and independence. We can refer companion caregivers who provide invaluable support by engaging your loved one in conversation, enjoyable activities, whether walking together or sitting and chatting, preparing nutritious meals, and assisting with other household tasks such as grocery shopping, light cleaning, laundry, and changing bed linens.

Incontinence care

Our incontinence care services provide compassionate, dignified support for individuals managing bladder or bowel control challenges at home. Trained caregivers assist with toileting schedules, hygiene routines, and skin care to prevent irritation and infection, helping clients stay comfortable and confident throughout the day. Caregivers also monitor for changes that may need attention from a physician. Whether care is needed occasionally or around the clock, our team works with you and your family to create a routine that preserves independence and protects your loved one’s dignity.

Alzheimer's & Dementia Care

Alzheimer's and Dementia care is specialized support for seniors who are living with these disorders. We can refer caregivers experienced with these complex circumstances who can help keep your loved one secure and safe at home by providing aid such as medication reminders, wandering prevention, transportation, meal preparation, and more.

Medication reminders

Timely medication reminders help clients stay on track with their prescribed regimen and avoid missed or duplicate doses. Caregivers prompt clients at the appropriate times, remind them to take medications as scheduled, and observe for any changes or side effects that should be reported to a physician or family member. Families are kept informed about medication routines and any concerns that arise. This consistent support helps promote medication adherence and overall health and safety at home.

Transportation

Safe, reliable transportation is provided for clients to medical appointments, errands, social outings, and other activities that support their independence and quality of life. Caregivers assist with getting in and out of the vehicle, navigating destinations, and staying by the client's side throughout the outing for added safety and support. This service helps clients stay engaged in their community and maintain important routines, even when driving is no longer an option. Families gain peace of mind knowing their loved one has dependable, attentive support wherever they need to go.

Safety supervision

Attentive safety supervision helps reduce the risk of falls, accidents, and other hazards throughout the day. Caregivers keep a close, watchful eye on clients during daily activities, offering timely assistance and intervening quickly if a concern arises. Safety risks within the home are also identified and addressed, promoting a secure environment for aging in place. This vigilant support gives families confidence that their loved one is safe, even when they cannot be there themselves.

Respite Care

We deeply understand the challenges and demands associated with being a primary caregiver for a family member. The complexities of daily life associated with family and career responsibilities, plus personal and social obligations, makes finding time to take care of yourself an overwhelming task. Over time, this can negatively impact your own physical and mental health. Respite care is an excellent solution to address these challenges by providing the primary family caregiver with the opportunity to refresh and recharge and tend to their own life needs while providing the peace of mind that their loved one is well cared for by an experienced caregiver. We can refer caregivers to meet any schedule needed by the family caregiver to give them the proper balance they are seeking as the primary caregiver.

Errands & Light Housework

Aging seniors may struggle physically with some of the chores that are a nuisance to all of us, yet still need to be done, including activities of daily living such as: house cleaning, laundry, changing bedding, grocery shopping, and more. Regularly scheduled visits from a caregiver is an effective solution that can help your loved one maintain their independence, and safely stay in their own home.

Skilled Nursing Services

To meet the needs of more complex client cases, Bridgewater Home Care refers licensed, highly trained nurses (RN's/LPN's) who are able to deliver complex medical care in the comfort of home or a facility.

These services are ordered by a physician and tailored to meet each patient's unique medical needs, ensuring close monitoring and professional intervention.

Skilled nursing may include wound care, medication administration, IV therapy, post-surgical recovery support, chronic condition management, tracheostomy, ventilator, and feeding tube care. Nurses also coordinate with physicians and other healthcare providers to maintain continuity of care and promote optimal health outcomes.

Bridgewater carefully screens and matches nurses to patients, prioritizing both clinical expertise aligned with client needs and compassionate bedside manner. This approach allows patients to receive hospital-level care while maintaining comfort, dignity, and independence at home.

Post Operative Care Services

Our post operative care services help you recover safely at home after surgery, with support from skilled RNs and LPNs who specialize in post-surgical recovery. Working closely with your surgeon, our team provides wound care, pain and medication management, and skilled observation throughout your healing process. We also assist with physician-directed range of motion exercises and medical devices like continuous motion machines, while reviewing post-surgical instructions to keep your recovery on track. From joint replacements and cardiac surgery to spinal, general, cataract, and cosmetic procedures, our tailored care supports a wide range of surgical recoveries in the comfort of your own home.

Wound care

Our wound care services support individuals recovering from surgical wounds, pressure ulcers, diabetic wounds, or other chronic injuries in the comfort of home. Care is delivered by skilled RNs and LPNs experienced in wound assessment, dressing changes, and infection prevention, all coordinated closely with your physician to keep treatment on track. The nurse monitors healing progress, manages pain, and works with your physician when adjustments to the care plan are needed to promote optimal recovery. Additionally, the nurse can provide education on proper wound care techniques and warning signs, empowering clients and families to support healing between visits.

Catheter, ostomy, and colostomy care

Our catheter, ostomy, and colostomy care services provide skilled, compassionate support for individuals managing these specialized needs at home. Care is delivered by trained RNs and LPNs experienced in proper site care, appliance changes, and infection prevention, all coordinated closely with your physician. The nurse monitors for complications, and adjusts care routines based on physician orders as needs change, to keep clients comfortable and healthy. The nurse can also provide education for clients and families, building confidence in daily management between skilled visits.

Medication administration

Our medication administration services help ensure clients take the right medications, at the right time, in the right way, reducing the risk of missed doses or harmful interactions. Care is provided by trained RNs and LPNs who administer medications, monitor for side effects, and keep your physician informed of any changes in condition. Your nurse also manages medication schedules, coordinates refills, and reviews instructions with clients and families to promote safe, consistent adherence. This attentive oversight gives families peace of mind that medications are being managed safely and accurately.

Management of complex medical needs

Nurses can provide skilled, comprehensive care for individuals managing complex or chronic medical conditions at home. Care is delivered by experienced RNs and LPNs who assess changing needs, coordinate with physicians and specialists, and adjust care plans to keep clients safe and stable. We support a wide range of needs, including multiple chronic conditions, post-hospitalization recovery, and specialized equipment or treatments such as ventilator care, tracheostomy care, and feeding tube management. The proactive, coordinated approach taken helps prevent complications and avoid hospital readmissions, giving families confidence that their loved one's care is in capable hands.

Other Care Services

Transitional care provides support to seniors being discharged after a hospital stay. We can refer caregivers who can help your loved one consistently follow their doctor's instructions so they can recuperate and avoid hospital readmission. End of life, or hospice, care offers compassionate care and thoughtful support during the end of life process. When a loved one has a limited life expectancy due to a terminal illness or other cause, they often require non-medical care to improve their quality of life and well-being during their final days, weeks, or months. Palliative care is compassionate comfort care that provides relief from the symptoms and physical and mental stress of a serious or life-limiting illness. Palliative care can be pursued at disease diagnosis, during curative treatment, or at the end of life. In-Home Care Services for Disabled Adults supports individuals living with a physical, intellectual, or developmental disability achieve an improved quality of life in the comfort of their home.

Hourly and Live-In Care

To meet the unique care needs of your family member, a home care aide can spend just a few hours or up to a full day with them for as many days per week as is needed. If 24-hour care is required we are able to meet this need in various ways including a full-time live-in caregiver or two twelve hour shifts to provide full coverage. We have the ability to refer caregivers to meet any schedule.

In-Home Care

Our home care services allow individuals to receive personalized, one-on-one care in the comfort and familiarity of their own home. Caregivers assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and medication reminders, all tailored to each client's unique routine and preferences. Caregivers also provide safety supervision, mobility support, and companionship, helping clients maintain independence while reducing the risk of falls or other setbacks. Whether care is needed a few hours a week or around the clock, our team works closely with clients and their families to build a care plan that supports comfort, dignity, and quality of life at home.

In-Facility Care

Oftentimes staff to patient coverage ratios at care facilities is insufficient to provide the personalized service your family member needs and deserves. Bridgewater Home Care is able to refer a private caregiver dedicated solely to your loved one to fill the gap in care, provide attention and companionship, and serve as a devoted advocate. We can refer in-facility caregivers for any schedule.

Hospital

Caregivers provide dedicated one-on-one support for patients during their hospital stay, staying by their side to assist with comfort, safety, and communication when family cannot be present around the clock. The caregiver keeps a close, watchful eye on the patient, helping to prevent falls, confusion, and quickly flagging any concerns to nursing staff. They also serve as an advocate for the patient, helping to relay questions, preferences, and updates between the patient, family, and hospital care team. This dedicated presence helps patients feel safer and better supported throughout their hospital stay.

Rehab Facility

Caregivers provide personalized, one-on-one support for individuals residing in a rehabilitation facility, offering consistent supervision and assistance that complements the clinical care provided by facility staff. They help ensure safety between therapy sessions, watching for fall risks, mobility challenges, and other concerns that require prompt attention. The caregiver also acts as an advocate for the resident, communicating needs and progress to the facility’s clinical team and keeping families informed. This dedicated presence gives residents and their families added confidence and support throughout the rehabilitation process.

Assisted Living Facility

Our home care services offer an added layer of personalized support for residents of assisted living facilities who need more individualized attention than the facility alone provides. A caregiver will work in partnership with facility staff to assist with activities of daily living, companionship, and specialized care needs unique to each client. This one-on-one attention helps residents maintain dignity and independence while receiving the extra support they need. Families gain peace of mind knowing their loved one has a dedicated caregiver looking out for their well-being within a community setting.

Senior Community

For seniors living in independent or senior living communities, our home care services provide the extra support needed to age in place comfortably and safely. A caregiver will assist with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and medication reminders, all tailored to each individual's needs and routine. We also offer companionship and transportation support, helping residents stay engaged and connected within their community. This personalized care allows seniors to maintain their independence and lifestyle while having trusted support close at hand.