Creating Low-Cost Holiday Memories

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December 1, 2022

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‘Tis the season for time to fly by as we try to fit in all the fun stuff with all the people we love and care about. It’s also the season where budgets get blown because each “little thing” ends up cumulating into one large thing – a big bill! But, no one wants to be a Grinch, so don’t despair. There are plenty of fun, memorable, low-cost, or no-cost ways to spend time with your elderly loved one while creating some memories that will last a lifetime. Let’s look at just a few ways you, your senior, and their in-home care aides to enjoy the season that is now upon us.

In-Home Care Ozark AL - Creating Low-Cost Holiday Memories

In-Home Care Ozark AL – Creating Low-Cost Holiday Memories

Window Shopping with In-Home Care Attending

Many large department stores put on beautiful holiday displays each year. They hope to lure you in to purchase some of their products but with a little self-control, you can go and visit these displays with your loved one to soak in some of that holiday spirit. And if you’re not around or don’t have the time, but your elderly loved one would like to go, her in-home care provider might also be able to bring them for a visit. It might be a fun way for the elder care provider to spend the day as well.

Malls are another great place to visit and see the displays. They often have holiday music playing in the background as well. You and your loved one can even get dressed up in your favorite holiday clothes while touring the displays.

Christmas Light Viewing

Turn the radio station to one that plays Christmas music (or connect your phone and listen to your own playlist), and take your loved one for an evening ride to enjoy the local Christmas lights. Many communities even post online where to find the best lights so have your loved one do a bit of research with her in-home care provider first to help you map out a twinkling and sparkling path to drive through. Make it an extra special night by picking up some hot cocoa for the ride at a local fast food location or gas station.

And don’t forget to ask your loved one to share tales of when she was young and how she spent the holidays. Even if you’ve heard the stories a hundred times before, they become part of the holiday nostalgia that’ll keep you warm on the chilliest of nights.

Holiday Baking

There’s not much that is better than a home filled with the delicious smells of sugar cookies and pecan pies being baked up for the holidays. Baking is sometimes a skill that gets harder to complete as your loved one gets older, so invite the family and grandkids over to help her create cookies for everyone. Each person can bring a main ingredient and share it among all the bakers as they fill the home with heavenly scents.

Each holiday season you get to spend together is a gift and it doesn’t have to be an expense that breaks the bank. There’s more value in the memories you make than the gifts you purchase.

If you or an aging loved one are considering hiring In-Home Care Services in Ozark AL, please contact the caring staff at Wiregrass HomeCare today. Call us at 334-539-5900

Novel Writing Tips For Seniors

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November 14, 2022

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November is National Novel Writing Month and it is a fantastic time for seniors who have always thought about writing a novel to actually get started. Writing a novel is a great way for seniors to stay busy and engaged while also giving them a chance to flex their brains and some creative muscles. Many seniors put off pursuing their creative passions until they were retired because of family and work obligations. But after retirement seniors have the time to start that novel or pursue other hobbies. Hiring senior home care providers gives them the time to pursue writing while the caregivers attend to the chores.

Senior Home Care Enterprise AL - Novel Writing Tips For Seniors

Senior Home Care Enterprise AL – Novel Writing Tips For Seniors

Starting to write a novel can be daunting, especially for seniors that haven’t written a novel before or haven’t written anything but grocery lists or emails in a really long time. These tips from expert senior authors will help your senior parent get started on their novel:

Write On A Schedule While Senior Home Care Aides Attend to their Care

Having a set schedule for writing will help seniors focus their creativity and get used to working on creative problems. Even if they are not writing seniors can do story boards, create outlines, and do some of the other work necessary to write a novel. Seniors with senior home care can use the arrival of their senior home care provider as a cue to go work on their novel for a set period of time. After awhile it will become a habit to start writing each day when their senior home care provider arrives.

Write Two Pages A Day

Seniors who are writing a novel for the first time need to get comfortable with the idea that they can create even if they’re not in the “mood” to write. By writing a minimum of two pages a day seniors will learn how to create just for the sake of creating. It doesn’t matter if the two pages are terrible. What matters is that they created those two pages. Over time that process of daily creation will help seniors become more disciplined in their writing and that will help them stick with it until the novel is finished.

Use Character Boards

Character boards give seniors the chance to carefully plot out their story and really get to know their characters. On character boards seniors should write down the personality traits the character has, a description of their appearance, and notes about how that character fits in with other characters. By creating storyboards senios will be able to keep all their characters straight.

Don’t Be Afraid To Change The Story

Seniors may sit down to write a novel planning on writing one story and have that story become something else entirely over the course of several months. If that happens to your senior parent encourage them to embrace the new story and not be afraid to abandon the old one. Just because they had one idea of the story when they started doesn’t mean it can’t be changed. The story could be much better with the changes made. Many authors continually change and refine their novel ideas as they write the story.

If you or an aging loved one are considering hiring Senior Home Care Services in Enterprise AL, please contact the caring staff at Wiregrass HomeCare today. Call us at 334-539-5900

Services Offered Through Elder Care Not to be Overlooked 

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November 1, 2022

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Your dad lives alone, and you’re not nearby. As you look over his options when it comes to living alone and staying safe, elder care services are at the top of the list. These six services are essential when considering elder care.

Elder Care Dothan AL - Services Offered Through Elder Care Not to be Overlooked 

Elder Care Dothan AL – Services Offered Through Elder Care Not to be Overlooked

Assistance Running Errands Provided by Elder Care Aides

Your dad can’t drive or has a hard time shopping unassisted, but he still has errands to run. He can have a caregiver present to help him with his errands.

If he needs someone to help him pick up prescription refills, he’ll have that help. If he wants someone to read nutrition labels while he’s grocery shopping, that’s possible with elder care.

Companionship Visits

Your dad lives alone and doesn’t have a large social circle. If he doesn’t have people visiting often, he can get an elder care agency to send him a caregiver for companionship visits.

His caregiver can play games with him, join him on walks, and watch movies with him. If he’d like to go to a local museum or park for an outing, his caregiver can join him on that outing.

Housekeeping and Laundry Tasks

Your dad may not be able to clean his home appropriately for his safety. His caregiver can do all of the main housekeeping chores like vacuuming, dusting, dishes, sweeping, and wiping down counters.

Once a week or sooner if it’s needed, your dad will have a caregiver available to change and launder his sheets and clothing. His towels will be washed and dried. Clean towels will be hung for him.

Medication Reminders

Your dad may not remember when it’s time to take his medications or which to take. It’s okay if this happens as he can have a caregiver for medication reminders. His caregiver will let him know what he needs to take if he should take it with water or milk, and when to take them.

When his prescriptions need to be refilled, his caregiver can help him with medication reminders. If he needs to talk to his doctor to get the refill approved, his caregiver can help him.

Preparation of Meals and Snacks

His caregiver can help your dad plan a weekly menu, build a shopping list, and prepare meals and snacks. His caregiver can cook meals for him or involve him as much as he’d like to help out.

Elder Care Aides Provide Transportation to Appointments and Businesses

Your dad is unable to drive or struggles to get ready for appointments on time. His caregiver can help him get ready for an appointment, drive him to the office, and escort him to the registration desk.

While he’s in with his doctor or dentist, his caregiver will sit in the waiting room until he’s ready to leave. If he needs to schedule another appointment, his caregiver will help him schedule it.

Call our elder care agency to make arrangements for the services that benefit your dad. You want to choose services that help him live independently, even if you’re not around to help out.

If you or an aging loved one are considering hiring Elder Care Services in Dothan AL, please contact the caring staff at Wiregrass HomeCare today. Call us at 334-539-5900

Best Foods for a Healthy Liver

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October 17, 2022

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October is National Liver Awareness Month. So, this month, help your parent have better liver health by simply adding some key foods to her diet. You can easily create a shopping list that your parent’s companion care at home team can use to shop with and then prepare meals with. If your parent likes to prepare her own meals, her companion care at home provider can help her prep the food, or perhaps even find some new recipes to try.

Companion Care at Home Abbeville AL - Best Foods for a Healthy Liver

Companion Care at Home Abbeville AL – Best Foods for a Healthy Liver

The liver is the second largest organ in the body and is crucial to keeping the body functioning well. It does more than just filter the liquor we drink. As the blood leaves the stomach and intestines, it passes through the liver. The liver’s job is to process this blood and break it down. It balances and creates nutrients and also metabolizes drugs into forms that are easier to use for the rest of the body or that are nontoxic.

Let’s look at five different foods to add to the shopping list for better liver health:

Garlic. One of the best foods for a healthy liver is garlic. It’s full of allicin and selenium, which help cleanse the liver and promote good health. And garlic can be added to many recipes making it one of the best sources of flavor.

Fresh lemons. Lemons have both high levels of vitamin C and antioxidants, making them great for increasing liver health. While your parent is not going to want to sit and eat up a fresh lemon (the acid is hard on the stomach, not to mention the palate), adding some freshly squeezed lemon to water each day can be a great way to get what she needs. Have your companion care at home provider slice up some lemons and put them in a pitcher of water in the fridge for a nice refreshing drink that’s also very healthy.

Carrots and beets. These root vegetables are great for liver health. The beta-carotene they contain helps the liver function well. They also help remove toxins from the body.

Green tea. The next time your parent is thirsty (and she’s had all of her lemon water), offer her a glass of green tea. Green tea is rich in vitamin E and antioxidants, which help increase the ability of the liver to function. Drink it hot or drink it cold, and it does wonders for the body.

Kale. Your parent may not be very familiar with kale, as it has gained popularity only in the past couple of decades. But kale is a super food that is fiber, antioxidants, and chlorophyll. It does an amazing job of removing toxins from the blood, especially those caused by the environment. It can also neutralize unhealthy chemicals in the blood. Your companion care at home provider may know the perfect recipe to create a delicious kale smoothie for your parent to enjoy for breakfast to start her day off right.

What we eat is important to how our body functions so keep these five foods and drinks in mind when trying to help the liver maintain optimal health.

If you or an aging loved one are considering hiring Companion Care at Home Services in Abbeville AL, please contact the caring staff at Wiregrass HomeCare today. Call us at 334-539-5900

Tips Seniors Can Use To Avoid Getting The Flu This Year

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October 3, 2022

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The flu can be very dangerous for seniors and it’s recommended that all seniors get a flu shot. But, the flu shot may not be able to prevent seniors from getting the flu or even bad colds once the weather starts to cool off and flu season starts. Home care providers can help them follow guidelines to prevent the flu.

If your senior loved one is immuno-compromised because they have a condition like cancer, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, or diabetes or if they have other health conditions that make them vulnerable to catching the flu they need to be especially careful.

Home Care Hartford AL - Tips Seniors Can Use To Avoid Getting The Flu This Year

Home Care Hartford AL – Tips Seniors Can Use To Avoid Getting The Flu This Year

Some ways that seniors can prevent catching the flu include:

Wear A Mask

Even though masks are not required in most places anymore it’s still a good idea for seniors to wear a protective mask when they are in public. Masks don’t just help prevent the spread of COVID-19 they also help prevent the spread of colds and the flu. When seniors are going out socially, going to the store, or going out to run errands they should wear protective masks. It’s just a smart way to avoid becoming ill with viruses like flu that are easily transmissible.

Get Home Care

Home care makes it easier for seniors to stay well because elder care allows seniors to stay at home safely and comfortably. A senior that has home care doesn’t need to go out on their own to shop or do errands because the care provider can do those chores for them.

A care provider will also vacuum and dust regularly, mop the floor, do laundry, and clean so that the home stays free from germs. A clean and sanitary environment is important for seniors, and seniors who have mobility challenges or other challenges may need some help keeping the house clean.

Wash Hands Often

Seniors and those around them should be washing their hands frequently throughout the day. But, seniors and those around them should pay special attention to washing their hands after talking to someone or spending time around someone. Washing with good quality antibacterial soap and following the recommended procedure for washing the hands will help seniors prevent getting the flu or spreading the flu to others by accident. Anyone who visits a senior loved one during the fall and winter should wash their hands when they arrive as a courtesy to prevent spreading the flu.

Social Distancing

Social distancing is something that some people assume is not necessary anymore, but it’s actually a smart thing for anyone that has health issues or is older to continue doing. Social distance just means staying far away from someone else so that if they are sick they can’t spread that illness to you. When you are in a store, at the post office, or in a restaurant you should always try to stay at least six feet away from other people. While social distancing won’t protect seniors from all illnesses it will help protect seniors from colds and flu throughout the fall and winter.

Source:  https://www.cdc.gov/flu/prevent/actions-prevent-flu.htm

If you or an aging loved one are considering hiring Home Care Services in Hartford AL, please contact the caring staff at Wiregrass HomeCare today. Call us at 334-539-5900

Health Goals for Every Senior

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September 19, 2022

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As a new year starts in a few months, it’s time to reflect on the past and look forward. Unfortunately, such introspection often culminates in lofty, doomed-to-fail new year’s goals. Goals are usually focused on changing bad habits or eliminating something harmful. Instead of focusing on what you should ditch, shift your attention to what you might include in your routine to improve your health. Even if you or your loved one needs help from someone like an in-home care provider, it is crucial to start setting goals.

In-Home Care Geneva AL - Health Goals for Every Senior

In-Home Care Geneva AL – Health Goals for Every Senior

No matter how old someone gets, they should always strive for something. This is why a senior must focus on goals; it will give them something to work for and to look forward to. In-home care is something that all seniors can have, especially if your mom or dad wants to age in place but still work on goals.

Whether or not an in-home care aide is involved, here are a few goals they can strive for.

Be Body Positive Even as a Senior

Consider the impact of your self-talk. Reframing your ideas and language may modify your incentive for making healthy choices. That’s why it’s essential to start the new year out with a more body-positive mindset. Try rephrasing, “I’m going for a stroll because it makes me feel wonderful,” instead of “I’m going for a walk to burn off last night’s food.”

Try Cooking More Homemade Meals with In-Home Care Assistance

Sometimes seniors become out of habit with cooking because it is too hard for them. This causes them to eat take-out more or a ton of packaged foods. In-home care aides may help them cook more homemade meals. If your senior isn’t a fan of shopping anymore, they may find companies that can help deliver them groceries.

Always Buy Fresh Produce When You Can

A common goal for the new year is to reduce one’s intake of sugar and salt. It’s a good idea to concentrate on adding healthy meals to your diet before you worry about eliminating unhealthy ones. Fresh fruit and vegetables are an excellent way to increase your vitamin intake and strengthen your immune system. You may get more vegetables in your diet by slicing bananas and eating them with breakfast cereal, making a salad to accompany lunch, and mixing tomatoes and peas into your supper spaghetti. The cumulative effect of these seemingly little alterations is substantial.

Focus on Drinking More Water as a Senior

You probably know that being well hydrated is essential, yet it may be challenging to consume enough water. Add 16 ounces to your current water intake since this is the quantity contained in a normal water bottle. A good practice is having a large glass of water first thing in the morning and another just before supper. In place of one daily serving of juice, soda, or sweet tea, try substituting plain water. Reduce your water intake before bed to cut down on nighttime bathroom trips.

Create an Exercise Routine

Regular exercise is a must for overall health. The American Heart Association suggests that adults engage in 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity each week. There is plenty that you can do, even if you are an older adult. Although you should see your doctor before beginning any new workout program, you might give the following a try until you discover what works best for you. Walking, yoga, and water aerobics are great exercises for seniors to add to a routine.

If you or an aging loved one are considering hiring In-Home Care Services in Geneva AL, please contact the caring staff at Wiregrass HomeCare today. Call us at 334-539-5900

Tips for Making Sure Your Mom Gets Outside as the Weather Changes

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September 6, 2022

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Despite the rain and cooler weather that’s approaching in some states, your mom can’t stop exercising. Here are some tips to ensure she gets outside for exercise when the weather starts getting cooler and wetter. She can have her home care assistance provider accompany her for companionship and safety.

Home Care Assistance Elba AL - Tips for Making Sure Your Mom Gets Outside as the Weather Changes

Home Care Assistance Elba AL – Tips for Making Sure Your Mom Gets Outside as the Weather Changes

Get Her a Smartphone

Is your mom nervous about falling when she goes for a walk? It can be comforting to know that she has everything needed for her safety.

She may worry about walking too far and having a harder time finding her way back home if she takes a wrong turn. With a GPS tracking smartphone, she has a way to reach someone for guidance or access a map for directions.

Smartphones are also comforting in that if she falls or needs help, she has the means to call for help. She can have a personal alarm option to get other people’s attention. You can also add her medical information to a phone app just in case.

Invest in Appropriate Gear

Rainy weather doesn’t have to limit your mom to inside activities. Invest in a good pair of rain boots and a rain poncho that keeps her dry. She won’t need to carry an umbrella if she has a poncho that goes past her knees. Rain boots will keep her feet warm and dry.

You or Her Home Care Assistance Aide can Join Her

Is your mom hesitant about walking alone? If so, make sure she has someone to walk with. She can lean on you or a home care assistance aide to walk with her when it’s wet or icy. If she feels supported, she’ll walk farther and feel more comfortable getting outside often.

If you’re at worHk and can’t join her for walks, ask others in the family if they have the time. If not, it’s a good idea to look into home care assistance services.

Talk to Her Doctor

Ask your mom’s doctor if there are activities she shouldn’t be doing. A brisk walk may be okay, but she might need to restrict her walks to a slow pace. It may be suggested that she only goes for a walk if she has a cane with her for balance.

If she’s taking prescription medications that cause dizziness, it may be recommended that she doesn’t walk after taking her pills. Your mom needs to wait for an hour or two to make sure the side effects pass before she goes for a walk.

Who supports your mom throughout the week? If she’s often alone, hire a home care assistance aide to help her out. With home care assistance, your mom has the help she needs with housework, laundry, and other aspects of daily care. Her caregiver can cook her meals and prepare drinks and snacks. Call our home care assistance agency to learn more.

If you or an aging loved one are considering hiring Home Care Assistance Services in Elba AL, please contact the caring staff at Wiregrass HomeCare today. Call us at 334-539-5900.

Fun Summer Outings For Seniors

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August 15, 2022

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Summer is a great time for seniors to go on some outings and day trips to enjoy the nice weather and get the benefits of socializing and being outdoors. If you live far away from your senior parent and you can’t always go with them on outings companion care at home providers for seniors is a good alternative. With companion care at home your senior parent will always have a friend they can rely on to go with them to see movies, go on day trips, and participate in other activities. During the summer when the weather is nice some great ideas for senior outings and day trips are:

Companion Care at Home Daleville AL - Fun Summer Outings For Seniors

Companion Care at Home Daleville AL – Fun Summer Outings For Seniors

Botanical Gardens

Almost every city has some type of public garden or botanical garden with acres of stunning flower and herb gardens, topiaries, aviaries, and more. Often these gardens highlight native local plant species and provide detailed information about the flora and fauna that can be found in the area. If your senior loved one likes gardening and is interested in plants a day at the botanical garden can be a great outing. And in most botanical gardens there are plenty of paved flat walkways that are easy for seniors to walk on, even if they use a walker or cane. There are also lots of benches scattered around so seniors can sit if they need to take a short rest.

Outdoor Concerts

Another fun summer outing for seniors is attending a concert or play outdoors. Most cities offer lots of free concerts or plays held outdoors in local venues like parks or in city squares. Some of these are offered in the evenings but some are held during the middle of the day so that more people can come. If your senior loved one is going to a concert or play during the day make sure that they wear a hat, sunscreen, and appropriate clothing for the temperature. That way they can enjoy the entertainment safely without having to worry about heat stroke or getting sunburned.

Picnics Prepared by Companion Care at Home Aides

Summer picnics are always a lot of fun. Whether it’s just eating lunch in the backyard or an actual picnic at a park or campground nearby getting outdoors to eat is always a good time. And with a companion to pack up the food and make sure that there are drinks, food, and other essentials your senior loved one will be able to just relax and enjoy the fun without having to worry about arranging the picnic. If you live nearby you could join your senior parent for a picnic on your lunch break.

Nature Walks

There are some big health benefits that come from spending time in nature. Your senior parent can reap those benefits on a summer nature walk. The city’s department of parks and recreation should have maps and suggestions for parks, nature trails, and other city or state wilderness areas where the walking is gentle and safe enough for seniors to get in a nice outdoor walk.

If you or an aging loved one are considering hiring Companion Care at Home Services in Daleville AL, please contact the caring staff at Wiregrass HomeCare today. Call us at 334-539-5900.

Senior Home Care Services Help Family Caregivers Take Breaks

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August 10, 2022

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As your mom’s family caregiver, you find it gets tiring. Day in and day out, you’re with your mom because she can’t be alone. As the stages of dementia progress, you’re having a much harder time being her only caregiver. Have you looked into having senior home care services for the breaks you need?

Senior Home Care in Headland AL - Senior Home Care Services Help Family Caregivers Take Breaks

Senior Home Care in Headland AL – Senior Home Care Services Help Family Caregivers Take Breaks

Personal Care Provided by Senior Home Care Aides

One area where senior home care aides help family caregivers is by providing help with personal care. Your mom may not be comfortable having your help in the shower or bath. It’s often less humiliating for her if she has a trained professional helping with more intimate tasks like bathing, toileting, and skincare.

You can hire personal care aides to help your mom with brushing and flossing, cleaning up after using the toilet, and getting dried and dressed after taking a shower. She’ll still have to rely on someone else, but she doesn’t have to feel embarrassed that you’re the one helping her.

With personal care services, your mom has someone to help her dry off, apply skin cream to all of her body, and trim her nails. If she needs help choosing clothes, her caregiver is there. She also has a caregiver available to apply lip balm to her lips if they’re dry.

Companion Care 

Companion care services are another area where you may need a break. You want a day off, but your mom needs someone to make her meals and snacks, do the dishes, feed the pets, let the dog out, and do the laundry. When all of that is going on, how could you possibly take a break?

Senior home care aides can take over. They can cook meals and clean up after your mom eats. They can help her take the dog for a walk, and feed the pets when they get back. Your mom has someone for company, so she won’t be lonely or feel isolated while you’re away.

Your mom cannot drive anymore. You’re still able to go away and take a day (or several) off because her caregiver can take her shopping, make sure she gets to any appointments on time, and bring her back home.

If your mom has a hard time remembering what her doctor tells her, her caregiver can take notes when she’s talking to her doctor. You’ll get updates if the doctor recommends any medication or lifestyle changes.

Call and ask our senior home care advisor about respite care services. It’s important for family caregivers to take breaks and focus on self-care each week. While you’re stepping away for as long as you need, your mom has the help of a home care aide. It’s beneficial to you both so book services today.

If you or an aging loved one are considering hiring Senior Home Care Services in Headland AL, please contact the caring staff at Wiregrass HomeCare today. Call us at 334-539-5900.

What Are the Benefits of Elder Care After a Fall?

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July 25, 2022

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Each year, around 36 million adults over the age of 64 falls at least once. It’s estimated that one out of every four older people will fall each year. Is your dad at risk? Does he need elder care assistance?

Many things can lead to a fall. Some falls are simple accidents. Your dad might trip on the family dog or stub his toe on a coffee table while walking past. He may be on medications that cause side effects like dizziness or sleepiness. He may have a hard time with balance and stability when standing up or walking around.

 

Elder Care in Hartford, AL, Elder Care Benefits

Elder Care in Hartford, AL, Elder Care Benefits

No matter what increases your dad’s fall risk, it’s important to look at the benefits of elder care. Here are the top reasons to hire caregivers to help your dad after a fall.

 

Someone Is There to Support Him During Showers

When your dad needs to take a shower, he can have a caregiver available to support him as he gets in and out of the shower and settles on his shower seat. His caregiver has a towel ready to get him wrapped up and warm if the bathroom is cool.

He Doesn’t Have to Worry About Daily Household Chores

Your dad knows he can’t get around as easily, so he worries about being able to do his laundry, change his bed sheets, and vacuum carpets. He doesn’t have to worry. His caregiver will do all of his routine household chores for him.

 

He Has Rides to Follow-Up Appointments

Your dad has someone available to take him to his follow-up appointments. He may have several visits each month with a physical therapist. He also has to see his orthopedist for x-rays to make sure the bones are set correctly. If he can’t drive and you struggle to get the time off, hire caregivers to accompany him to those appointments.

 

He Can Recuperate Correctly

Your dad’s doctor told him to take it easy for a few weeks, but he’s not one to sit around. With caregivers there to do things for him, he’s not going to be as tempted to get up to get a drink, a snack, or a meal. His caregiver can bring him the mail, a book, or something else to keep him busy.

Your dad fell, which means he’s more likely to fall again within the next year. Make sure he has the support of elder care services when you can’t be around to help him. If he fell while doing the laundry and you’re at work when he likes to get that done, hire an elder care aide to help him.

If your dad fell while taking a shower, make sure he has a caregiver in the bathroom while he showers. He doesn’t have to have the caregiver help him shower, but he needs to have the caregiver’s support while stepping out of the shower.

Arrange elder care services today. One phone call is all it takes to get started.

 

If you or an aging loved-one are considering hiring Elder Care in Hartford, AL, please contact the caring staff at Wiregrass HomeCare today. Call us at 334-539-5900.

 

Sources:

https://www.cdc.gov/injury/features/older-adult-falls/index.html