If you have a senior parent who is living alone and you’re not sure how to get them the help they need around the house you’re not alone. Millions of adults are now struggling to figure out how to take care of a senior parent and manage other responsibilities like taking care of their kids and working. Home care services are a fantastic solution for your senior parent. If your mom or dad has home care a trained caregiving professional will visit your mom or dad regularly to help them around the house and provide company and social engagement.
Having home care means that your mom or dad won’t be depending on you to do daily tasks for them like making meals, running errands, or helping with household chores. Your mom or dad can still do the activities they like to do, but a caregiver will be there to help with tasks that are too difficult for them.
Some of the things that home care providers do for seniors are:
Prepare Nutritious Meals
Cooking is something that many seniors struggle with as they get older. The kitchen is one of the most common places where experience a fall at home.
A home care provider can plan and cook balanced meals for your parent so that you can be sure your mom or dad is eating well. They can also help with grocery shopping and make up healthy snacks so your mom or dad will always have plenty of easy-to-access food.
Help with Light Housekeeping
Keeping the house tidy can become a burden for seniors, especially if they struggle with mobility or have limited energy. A home care provider can assist with light housekeeping tasks like dusting, vacuuming, laundry, and washing dishes. Your mom or dad will have a home that is clean, comfortable, and safe.
Provide Transportation
Getting a senior parent to medical appointments or the dentist can be tough when you work, especially if you don’t have a lot of PTO. A home care provider can take your parent to doctor’s appointments, dental appointments, and other appointments so that your mom or dad doesn’t have to worry about getting a taxi or other transportation.
A home care provider can stay with your mom or dad at their appointments to make sure they get to the right office and get home safely.
Offer Companionship
Loneliness is a common issue among seniors, especially if they live alone or have limited social interactions. A home care provider can offer companionship by spending time with your parent, engaging in conversations, or sharing activities like reading, puzzles, or watching TV. Regular visits from a home care provider can keep your mom or dad feeling connected to the world.
Monitor Health and Well-Being
A home care provider can monitor your parent’s overall health and well-being. They can remind them to take medications on time, notice any changes in behavior or physical condition, and alert you if something seems off. This extra set of eyes ensures your parent stays on track with their healthcare routine and catches potential issues early.
If you are considering hiring a Home Care Service that is dedicated to the senior care market, contact 24/7 Coastal Contact today at (251) 260-0226.
Let us show you how and why we are different from any other service you may have tried in the past. Our team approach is the standard that sets us apart from the rest.
Prior to establishing 24/7 Coastal Contact, Ms. King worked for 30 years in the health care industry. Her experience began providing direct patient care. Eventually, she transitioned into home care and home infusion, then acquired her HCS-D certification as a Home Health specialty coder where she learned about the administrative burden facing Home Health and Home Care providers.
It became clear that after-hours customer service was a major toll home care industry and it was with this need in mind that 24/7 Coastal Contact was founded. Since 2018, 24/7 Coastal Contact has grown explosively. Now, we provide service to over 40 agencies in over 24 states with a 95% retention of service rate.
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