An experienced and compassionate in-home nurse can provide critical caregiver support and focused care for children. While there are several benefits of having a pediatric home health provider, many families have misconceptions about how nurses can help with their child’s care plan. To help you distinguish fact from fiction, check out the following in-home health care myths—and how they’re busted.

Biggest In-Home Nurse Falsehoods 

Only for Seniors 

Some people think home health care is exclusively for the elderly. However, in-home nurses assist parents with newborns, children with chronic conditions like cerebral palsy and diabetes, and kids with serious diseases like cancer. While mom and dad head to work or take the siblings off to school, pediatric nurses administer medication, evaluate treatment goals, and help with basic needs like eating and bathing. 

Geared Toward the Sick 

Home health nurses are experienced in caring for ill individuals, but they can also treat kids who recently had a surgical procedure or suffered a traumatic injury. Most accidents and sicknesses are unexpected. Short-term care can lessen the burden on families and allow them to keep their routine. 

Too Expensive 

A room in a private nursing facility may cost tens of thousands of dollars per year. In-home nursing provides flexible options like hourly care and day care to make it more affordable for caregivers. Since in-home care is designed to support and not replace parents, families can stick to their medical budget without sacrificing essential help. 

Home health care is convenient, affordable, and helpful for children of all ages. At J&D Ultracare, it is our mission to help parents understand the benefits of in-home pediatric nurses. To hire a professional or learn about becoming one of our in-home nurses, call us in Suffern, NY, at (845) 357-4500. To browse open nursing jobs or explore our services, visit our website.