Remaining Active and Safe


As a primary caregiver, you are responsible for your loved one’s health and safety around the clock. However, you do not necessarily need to be with them 24 hours a day. By making only a few adjustments, you can enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing that the person you care for is active and safe in his or her home.

  • The first step is to consult a physician who can help you to identify current debilities, ailments or areas of concern.
  • Then have a physical or occupational therapist perform a Home Safety Evaluation to provide recommendations for a safe, low-risk living environment.
  • Once environmental changes have been identified and made, start a regular exercise program under a physician’s supervision. Daily exercise and activity can help your loved one to maintain strength and balance, reducing the risk of falls.

Additional environmental and lifestyle changes also ensure a safe home setting. It’s always important to have an emergency plan which can alert the offsite caregiver to a fall or other medical emergency. Installation of a Personal Response System (PRS) allows your loved one to remain active and safe in a low risk environment with the added security of knowing emergency assistance is easily accessible.

Where to turn for assistance?

We understand how difficult it can be to arrange for the care and assistance to remain active and safe at home. That’s why Meridian At Home has taken the guesswork out of trying to obtain the right assistance at the right time. Whether it’s simple companionship, rehabilitative services, or around-the-clock assistance, you can rest assured that Meridian has a solution that’s just right for you. In addition, we offer the latest technologies that can ensure self-reliance and independence at home, where you want to be.

To learn more about our many services and how we can customize them to meet your needs, please feel free to call a Meridian At Home advisor at 1-800-655-2555 or simply click on the "Connect with Meridian At Home" button. There you can enter your contact information. One of our advisors will be happy to provide you with personal assistance in arranging care at a convenient time.

We also encourage you to take advantage of our comprehensive Caregiver Video Learning Center. These short, easy to navigate videos provide the information you need to make informed decisions about an array of services and resources involved with home health care.

If you still feel overwhelmed, you're not alone. We have provided tools that will help you understand the options that are right for you and your family. Fill out our Caregiver/Self-Assessment to learn more about the customized solutions that address your specific needs.


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In this section you can find a great deal of information that will help you manage your role as you provide care.