As seniors get older, they may find many things that used to be easy are now challenging. Sometimes it’s because they have medical conditions that make it more difficult for them to perform tasks the way they used to. Even the normal aging process can make everyday tasks harder for seniors. Stiff joints, poor balance, and other issues can make it difficult for seniors to do things like hold a toothbrush, pull a brush through their hair, or step into their shoes safely. If your mom or dad is struggling with many everyday tasks personal care at home providers can help.
With personal care at home, your mom or dad will have dedicated and compassionate help doing the tasks that are difficult for them, like getting dressed. You may have noticed that your mom or dad is wearing the same clothes a lot lately, or wearing things that don’t fit well or aren’t appropriate for the weather. Your mom or dad could be having trouble getting dressed in clothes they want to wear.
Some of the common challenges that seniors have getting dressed are:
Reaching and Stretching
Seniors often have difficulty with movements that require reaching or stretching, such as pulling on a shirt or stepping into pants. This struggle can be due to reduced flexibility, joint pain, or decreased strength.
If your mom or dad is not confident in their ability to pull up pants or get a sweater over their head they may wear clothes that are easier to put on but not appropriate for the weather. Personal care at home can help your mom or dad get dressed in weather-appropriate clothing each day.
Manipulating Fastenings
Handling buttons, zippers, hooks, and snaps can be particularly challenging. Decreased dexterity or fine motor skills make it hard for seniors to fasten or unfasten their clothing, which can lead to frustration and delay.
Occupational therapy at home can help seniors improve their manual dexterity and make it easier for them to complete fine motor tasks. But in the meantime, they may need personal care at home to help them fasten buttons, zippers, and Velcro closures on their clothes.
Aligning Clothing Correctly
Seniors may find it hard to orient clothing properly, such as putting on a shirt with the front and back correctly aligned or ensuring pants are worn with the correct side facing forward. Visual impairments or cognitive difficulties can exacerbate this issue.
A care provider can help your mom or dad make sure their clothes are on correctly and are aligned the way they should be so that your mom or dad looks pulled together.
Maintaining Balance
Standing on one leg to put on pants or socks can be risky for seniors who have balance issues or fear of falling. Maintaining stability while dressing is crucial but can be difficult without support or assistance.
Seniors often fall when they are trying to step into pants or pull a sweater over their heads. Having the support of a care provider can lower the risk that your mom or dad will fall while getting dressed.
Managing Layering and Clothing Choices
Choosing appropriate layers for different weather conditions and managing multiple pieces of clothing can be overwhelming. Seniors may struggle with decision-making related to dressing due to cognitive decline or a lack of energy.
A personal care at home provider can help your mom or dad choose the right clothing for the weather and pick out outfits that look intentional and stylish.
If you or an aging loved one is considering Personal Care at Home Services in Flemington NJ please get in touch with the caring staff at Expert Home Care today at (732) 937-5320.
Providing exceptional live-in home care in New Jersey, including Monroe Township, Edison, New Brunswick, Red Bank, Lakewood, Princeton, Morristown, Flemington, Stockton, Bridgewater, Hillsborough, Montclair, Livingston, Summit, and surrounding communities.
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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