If you’re worried about your senior parent and how they’re going to live safely at home, you’re not alone. Millions of people are now part of the “Sandwich Generation” of adults who are caring for senior parents and their children. And more seniors than ever want to live in their own homes, which makes family members worry about their safety. But home care services can help your senior parent live happily and safely at home.
With support from home care, you can focus on spending quality time with your senior parent when you’re able to, without the pressure of having to take care of them daily.
A home care provider can help your senior parent with a huge variety of tasks that must be done. From changing the sheets to taking your senior parent to a medical appointment, a home care provider can make sure your senior parent is thriving.
Some of the tasks that a home care provider can do for your senior parent are:
Help with Laundry
Laundry can be tough for seniors, especially if they have trouble bending, lifting, or walking. A home care provider can wash, dry, fold, and put away clothes, towels, and sheets. Clean clothes help your parent feel fresh and comfortable. It also helps prevent skin problems or infections. A home care provider will make sure your senior parent has enough clean clothes for the week and will make sure laundry doesn’t pile up.
Take Out the Trash
Taking out the garbage may seem small, but it can be a real safety risk for seniors. Lifting heavy bags or walking on uneven paths can lead to falls. A home care provider makes sure the trash and recycling are taken out regularly. This keeps the home clean and prevents bad smells, bugs, or germs. It’s also a good way to help your parent avoid straining themselves.
Do Shopping and Run Errands
Many seniors have a hard time getting to the store, pharmacy, or post office. A home care provider can handle these tasks for them. They can go grocery shopping, pick up medicine, drop off mail, or buy household items. If your parent enjoys getting out, the caregiver can take them along and help with walking or carrying bags. This makes sure your parent has what they need without the stress of travel.
Prepare Meals
Making meals is important for health, but it can be tiring or even dangerous for some seniors. A home care provider can cook simple, healthy meals based on your parents’ diet and taste. They can plan menus, shop for ingredients, cook, serve meals, and clean up after. Some providers also help with feeding if needed. This ensures your parent eats regularly and stays strong.
Provide Companionship and Other Support
Besides these basic tasks, home care providers also give emotional support. Many seniors feel lonely, especially if they live alone. A caregiver can talk with them, play games, go for walks, or just keep them company. They also help with light cleaning, organizing things around the house, and reminding your parent to take medicine. Having someone around gives peace of mind to both your parent and your family.
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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