Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): Our Approach with IHS

Every 23 seconds, someone in the United States sustains a traumatic brain injury (TBI). This startling statistic underscores the critical importance of specialized care and support for these individuals. At Safeway Home Healthcare, we rise to this challenge, providing compassionate and personalized care for all our clients, including those affected by TBI, through our Individualized Home Supports with Training program (IHS).

TBI is an injury to the brain caused by an external force, such as an impact or jolt to the head. The severity of these injuries can vary significantly – a mild TBI may temporarily affect brain cells, while more serious injuries can result in bruising, torn tissues, bleeding, and other physical damage to the brain. These severe injuries can lead to long-term complications or death, making TBI a significant cause of death and disability.

The symptoms of TBI can range from mild to severe and may appear immediately after the injury or emerge later.

Physical symptoms might include headaches, nausea, fatigue, or drowsiness. Sensory symptoms can include blurred vision or a bad taste in the mouth, while cognitive symptoms may manifest as memory or concentration problems, mood changes, and altered sleep patterns.

Our IHS program is specifically designed to empower individuals with disabilities, including Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), to acquire, retain, and improve the skills necessary for a fulfilling life in their community. This program focuses on personalized support and training, tailored to each individual’s unique needs and goals.

We work closely with our clients in areas such as community participation, health, safety, wellness, household management, and adaptive skills. Our goal is to enhance their independence and self-sufficiency.

We also strive to make their homes safer and more navigable, easing their daily living activities. By breaking down tasks into manageable parts, we support our clients in gradually expanding their comfort zones and gradually taking on responsibilities they may currently find challenging.

Recognizing the importance of social connections and community integration, our IHS program also aims to enhance social interactions, fostering a sense of belonging and reducing feelings of isolation.

At Safeway Home Healthcare, our dedication to our clients is unwavering. We continually update our knowledge and skills to provide the highest quality of care. We envision a future where everyone, regardless of their health challenges, can enjoy the benefits of independent living with the compassionate assistance they need.

If you or a loved one have been affected by TBI and need support in living independently, our IHS program may be the perfect fit. Contact us today and let’s work towards a future where everyone enjoys the benefits of independence with the compassionate assistance they need.