1. What is the “Home Fix-It Ministry?”
This is a “handy-man” repair squad composed of 55+ members of FBC volunteering their talents-gifts by going into the homes, upon requests, of shut-ins and seniors to do minor repairs or small projects for those who cannot (for medical or physical reasons) do for themselves. In additions, the ministry will help you find someone to solve the problem, if it is too large or difficult for the “handy– man” squad to do.
2. How does one qualify for this service?
If you are a 55+ member of First Baptist Church and financially, physically, medically, or ability-wise unable to do the task yourself, you are eligible to make a request.
3. What kinds of services may I request help?
An example might be to replace burned out ceiling lights that you cannot or should not be climbing to do. Others might be a fallen or stopped up downspout, tighten loose hinges and loose door knobs, change furnace filters, the list is endless.
4. What is the cost for this service?
There is no financial cost to you unless some part must be purchased to make a repair. We do request that you lift this ministry up to the Lord and that you thank Him for this service and help.
5. How do I request this service? Simply call the church office 442-6038, ext. 217, and ask that a Request for Services Form be filled out, or fill out the form attached to this brochure and drop it by the church office. The form will then be submitted to the Home Fix-It Ministry Team who will then be contacting you within a few days.
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A Ministry of Love and Caring About You and Your Health |
This ministry program was set up to assist in meeting the various health needs in our church. This is done completely free of charge using volunteers with many different skills and talents. Some families are now responsible for the health care of loved ones in the home. With this new responsibility comes additional stress. This program can be utilized as a resource to assist families with home-bound loved ones.
How does one qualify for this service?
Anybody and everybody qualifies! No need is too small or trivial when it involves you or a loved one.
What if I already have home health care?
This program is not intended to replace any other program you have in place. It is not meant to replace your Home Health Care agency or doctor visits. It is designed to be used as a supplement to your other care.
What kinds of services may I request help?
TAKING BLOOD PRESSURES ANDOTHER VITAL SIGNS
Your medications may need adjustments by your physician according to your blood pressure or heart rate.
ASSISTING WITH MEDICATIONS
Some people take many different medications. We will assist you in finding help.
HEALTH TEACHING
Health care changes rapidly. Caring for yourself or a family member can be easier if you understand the illness and the medications used in treating them.
CHECKING ON WOUNDS OR DRESSINGS
Patients leave the hospital much earlier than in years past. Having a wound or surgical site to tend to at home can be stressful. We can help you in tending to this need.
GLUCOSE CHECKS
Many diabetics do this for themselves. If assistance is needed, or you do not have a meter, we can help.
What Services Does This Program NOT Provide?
DIAGNOSING HEALTH PROBLEMS
This is best left to your doctor.
LONG-TERM SERVICE REQUIRING ASSISTANCE EVERY DAY
This program cannot be a solution to someone needing full-time care at home. We could, however provide assistance to a full-time caregiver in the home.
How Do I Contact This Program?
Simply call the First Baptist Church of Paducah Office:
Monday-Friday
8:30 am—4:30 pm
270-442-2728
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