Arthritis Home Care
Ease, Mobility & Joint Comfort — Every Day, at Home
Understanding Arthritis Care at Home
Arthritis — whether osteoarthritis or rheumatoid — causes chronic joint pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced mobility. Tasks like dressing, walking, or even holding utensils can become frustrating or painful. Without the right support, daily life becomes isolating.
At Guardian Angel, our caregivers provide gentle assistance, pain-aware routines, and emotional support to help clients move with comfort and dignity at home.
What Makes Our Arthritis Care Specialized?
Nurse-Led Care Planning
- Assessment of arthritis type, severity, and mobility level
- Customized care plan to reduce joint strain and support independence
- Ongoing supervision and pain tracking by our clinical nursing team
Pain-Aware Daily Assistance
- Gentle help with bathing, grooming, and dressing — minimizing joint stress
- Use of joint-friendly techniques for transfers and positioning
- Monitoring for pain flares and escalation to clinical team if needed
Joint Protection & Range-of-Motion Support
- Support with doctor-recommended exercises to maintain flexibility
- Use of warm compresses, braces, or mobility aids (as per care plan)
- Caregivers trained in safe movement and fall prevention for clients with joint instability
Medication & Therapy Support
- Timely medication reminders, including anti-inflammatory or disease-modifying drugs
- Help applying topical treatments or compression as needed
- Coordination with physical/occupational therapists for home exercise routines
Daily Routine Structuring
- Fixed routines that balance movement with adequate rest
- Encouragement of mild physical activity to prevent stiffness
- Assistance with household tasks that become difficult due to pain
Nutrition & Wellness Guidance
- Support with joint-healthy meals (anti-inflammatory diet principles)
- Hydration reminders and assistance with meals if gripping is difficult
- Monitoring for weight gain or loss that can affect joint health
Emotional Support & Companionship
- Understanding of the emotional toll of chronic pain and mobility loss
- Positive encouragement to reduce frustration and isolation
- Reporting signs of depression or fatigue to the clinical team
Family Involvement & Home Adjustments
- Tips on joint-friendly home setups (grab bars, raised chairs, anti-slip mats)
- Family guidance on how to assist without increasing joint strain
- Regular updates from caregivers and nursing team
Why Choose Guardian Angel?
- Caregivers trained in arthritis-safe movement and pain management
- RN-guided plans customized for osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis
- Fall prevention and adaptive support for joint health
- Gentle assistance with daily tasks and personal care
- QAI-accredited quality monitoring and safety protocols
- Improved comfort, independence, and family peace of mind
The Guardian Angel Difference
- Care designed to protect joints, not overburden them
- Help that’s gentle, patient, and practical
- Supportive routines that build dignity and daily control
- Families empowered to safely assist and understand arthritis
Arthritis Home Care FAQs
Gentle assistance with daily tasks, pain-aware movement, and joint-friendly routines.
We support dressing, bathing, grooming, and movement in ways that reduce joint strain.
Yes, we assist with prescribed exercises and use safety tools like grab bars and walking aids.
Absolutely. Our care plans are customized for both types and guided by nursing assessments.
With structured routines, warm compresses, and activity planning that balances rest and movement.