Most seniors need some type of help from in-home care or family caregivers as they get older, but the truth is if a senior is determined to age in place, they may need more help than you realize. Seniors will not always ask their adult children for help because they don’t want to feel like a burden, or they are scared of children thinking they can’t live on their own, or it’s embarrassing to ask for help. However, as an adult child, you should look into how your mom or dad lives and what they could potentially need help with.
Here are some signs you should look for when visiting your senior parent that they may need in-home care services.
Their House Is Dirty
If the dishes are piling up and they are not taking care of laundry or the house in general, it could be a sign that they need more help from in-home care. These professionals can not only help seniors with a routine that keeps them as active and healthy as possible but also help keep the house tidy.
A senior will be encouraged to do most of the work, but in-home care can help with light duties. If you start to visit your senior mom or dad and realize that they need more help like deep cleaning, it may be time for you to come in and help once a week, or it may be time to think about having a professional house cleaner come in monthly to ensure there are no germs around the house.
They Can’t Cook For Themselves
Some seniors may stop cooking for themselves and start eating heavily processed foods, which are really bad for their health. This can increase diabetes and other health concerns that they may have or be at risk for.
Your senior loved one should be eating fresh fruits and vegetables and well-rounded meals filled with nutrients their bodies need to be fueled and healthy. In-home care can help prepare certain meals in advance that will help your loved one have access to fresh foods all week long.
Some Seniors May Stop Bathing
A senior may not be comfortable enough to bathe alone, be scared to fall, or forget the steps in the bath. The other thing that can happen is that they are not in a good routine that involves bathing. They may only bathe when they think they smell bad, and the problem is seniors tend to lose their smell.
In-home care can help ensure your senior loved one is bathing regularly and follows a routine that will help them stay healthy and hygienic.
They May Only Stay In One Room
If your senior loved one is not leaving one room, it may be because their house is not clean or they cannot move around. In-home care can help keep pathways clean and clear so that moving is easier for your loved one, which could help them access more areas.
If something else is preventing your senior from leaving, in-home care may also be able to help with when they observe what the problem is.
If you or an aging loved one are considering In-Home Care in Rancho Penasquitos, CA, please contact the caring staff at A Caring Touch Home Care today. Call (619) 344-0528
A Caring Touch Home Care is a Trusted Home Care Agency providing exceptional home care in Coronado, Del Mar/Del Mar Heights, Bonita, East Lake, La Jolla, Torrey Pines, Mt. Helix/La Mesa, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Carmel Ranch, Rancho Penasquitos, Point Loma, Rancho Santa Fe, San Diego and surrounding areas.
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