In the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP), a Consumer is cared for by a Personal Assistant (PA) whose scope of practice is much greater than that of a traditional HHA under traditional long term home care.
It is important to note that any tasks must be identified on the Client/Consumer’s Care Plan by the assigned nurse before a PA can complete.
For a list of some potential tasks that may be authorized based on need are outline below:
- Personal Care
- Bathing: Tub, Shower
- Shampoo
- Grooming
- Shaving
- Skin Care
- Monitor Oral Care
- Dressing
- Mobility
- Assistance with Ambulation
- Assist with Mobility
- Assist with Transfer: One person, Mechanical, Slide Board
- Assist with range of motion: Active, Passive
- Nutritional/Metabolic Needs
- Meal Preparation
- Set up Tube Feeding
- G Tube site care
- Aspiration Precaution
- Monitor Blood Glucose
- Prepare Insulin
- Insulin Administration
- Medication Administration
- Monitor Vital Signs
- Excretory Functions
- Assist with toileting
- Hygiene after toileting
- Incontinent: Diapering, Bowel Regime, Colostomy Care, Indwelling Catheter Care, Suprapubic Catheter Care, Condom Catheter Care, Straight Catherization
- Respiratory Functions
- Tracheotomy Care
- Assist with oxygen
- Assist with nebulizer
- Assist with inhalers
- Assist with nasal spray
- Assist with Postural drainage and cupping
- Assist with suctioning
- Assist with ventilator care
- Wound Care
- Assist with dressing changes
- Care of drains PICC line care
- Assist with orthotics and prosthesis
- IADLS
- Housekeeping: dusting
- Floors: Vacuum, Mop, Sweep
- Laundry
- Trash Removal
- Making beds
- Linen Change
- Cleaning
- Shopping
- Essential Errands
If you'd like a further comparison of HHA vs PA scopes of practice, read our blog "CDPAP Allows a Wider Scope of Practice from a Personal Assistant".
Premier, an established and reputable Licensed Home Care Agency and Fiscal Intermediary is happy to help answer any additional questions you may have about CDPAP. We place a huge importance on equipping you with the knowledge you need to make an informed decision on which homecare option is best for you! Give us a call at 866-720-0124 to speak to one of our intake specialists!
