Aging in place is very romanticized in this culture, and the truth is that more seniors are choosing this option. Many seniors are perfectly healthy enough to age in place with the right healthcare team. But even with the right healthcare, your loved one may need more help around the house. In-home care services are the perfect solution for seniors who wish to remain at home but need help with light chores, meal prep, clothing themselves, bath time, and even non-emergency transportation.
Accepting help can be hard for a senior mom or dad because they may not want it from their adult kids; they don’t want to feel like a burden. But the truth is when a senior hires in-home care, their lives become easier, taking the stress off the whole family and allowing your loved one to age gracefully.
So, what are some signs that your senior mom needs more help at home from in-home care providers?
Weigh Loss
Not all weight loss is bad, right? That’s not always true, especially when considering your senior mom. If she has recently lost weight without trying, she may forget to eat, or she no longer likes to cook for herself, so she won’t eat the best foods for her. Malnourishment is a huge concern when aging in place, and if your loved one needs more help in the kitchen, this is a task many caregivers would love to help with. Your senior should be talking to their doctor about how many calories they should be eating, how much protein, and how much fat they should eat. On the other hand, a doctor will also help determine which foods your loved one should avoid if any medications do not mix with those foods.
Declining Hygiene
Unfortunately, this may be one of the first things you notice about your senior mom or dad living independently. If your mom isn’t showering, has a funny smell, or isn’t brushing her teeth, don’t judge her. She may not be able to do all these things comfortably anymore, and it’s a huge sign that your loved one needs more help at home. A senior may feel more comfortable doing this with a professional rather than their adult children. Taking a shower with someone else’s help requires trust because it is such a vulnerable position to be in, so you must interview all your options to find the best caregiver for your mom.
Their Home Becomes Messy
Your mom may have been a neat freak when she was younger or may have always forced you to clean your room because she liked the house tidy. If suddenly, while aging in place, the house that has always been clean becomes messy, it is a sign that your loved one needs more help around the house. Your senior mom may have difficulty bending, grabbing, and holding things, which can be a huge part of cleaning. In-home care will help your loved one with light housework, but remember that if your loved one needs a deep clean, you may have to hire someone on top of that.
If you or an aging loved one is considering In-Home Care Services in Edison NJ please contact the caring staff at Expert Home Care today at (732) 937-5320.
We have been providing Home Health Care to New Jersey families since 1985, and have grown to become one of the largest licensed providers of Live-In Home Care in the upper New Jersey area. Our many years of New Jersey home care experience has produced a company that over 8,000 clients have come to rely on confidently, for help.
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