What Kind of Care Does an Elderly Person Need?
As seniors age, it is common for their loved ones to question what type of assistance they will require. According to studies, 90% of elders would want to remain in their homes or “age in place” as they get older. However, families and seniors frequently worry if that is realistic for seniors as they age, particularly if they have major health problems.
If you have a parent or senior relative who wants to remain in their own home as they age, there are several care options available to help them be happy and secure in their homes. Home Care Advantage, LLC is committed to helping seniors maintain their independence and quality of life in the comfort of their own homes.
Aging in place is not only practical but also the best choice for most retirees. Senior adults benefit greatly from being in their own familiar surroundings in terms of both physical and mental health. Elders who age at home are typically happier and healthier than other seniors. Among the types of care available to assist elders with aging in place include:
Non-Medical Home Care
Home Care Advantage, LLC provides non-medical home care services. Home care is all-purpose care that assists most seniors in remaining in their homes as they age. Seniors who receive home care receive assistance with housework, shopping, cooking, cleaning, and other domestic activities. Home care makes it easier for seniors to consume healthy meals, keep their homes clean, and get the companionship they require to avoid loneliness. Home care can also involve assistance with transportation for shopping or appointments, as well as support on trips or out in public.
Home Health Care Services
Home health care is not the same as regular home care. Seniors who receive home health care work with experienced and trained caregivers who can do things like follow up on any indications of illness, check breathing and heart rates, and provide minor wound care at home. Home health care is an excellent option for seniors who are recovering from an illness or stroke, as well as those who have chronic medical issues that must be maintained, such as diabetes.
Companionship Care
Home Care Advantage, LLC provides in-home companion care. In an ideal world, you would be able to spend the majority of your time with your elderly loved one. However, this is not always achievable. And if that’s not an option for you, companion care will provide your elderly parent with the company and social engagement they require. Even if you are overworked, companion care at home allows elders to make new acquaintances and enjoy being social.
24-Hour Home Care
Your senior loved one may require more extensive care as they age. 24-hour home care can assist fill in the gaps and provide extra care at times of the day when your senior loved one is most vulnerable, such as overnight or early in the morning. 24-hour home care will also provide you and your senior loved one with peace of mind because you will know that someone is always there to care for your aging parent.
