Phases and activities of home visiting

Before scheduling a home visit, the HEW should revise the client's pertinent data and must obtain the permission of the client. The following (divided into phase), is what the HEW should perform before, during and after the home visit.

Phase 1. Initiation phase:

• Clarify the purpose of the visit.
  
• Share information about the family member.
  

Phase 2. Pre-visit phase:

• Initiate contact with the family.
  
• Determine family willingness.
  
• Schedule home visiting.
  
• Review records.
  

Phase 3.During the visit:

• Warm greeting.
  
• Introduce him/herself.
  
• Just interact to comfort the family and win trust.
  
• Get into your points (discuss what you have planned) and let the family participate.
  
• Always take care of your safety and those involve in the discussion.
  
• In the case of a problem, go back and report to your supervisor for a solution.
  

Phase 4. Termination phase:

• Review visit with family.
  
• Plan for the future visit; take an appointment.

Phase 5. Post-visit phase:

• Record details of the visit.
  
• Plan what to do next including during the ANC service.