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2 Clues That Mean It Might Be Time For In-Home Senior Care Assistance

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If you have a loved one that is getting up there in age, you might begin to wonder whether it may be time to think about reaching out for some help. There are many in-home senior care options and you will want to know when it might be time to start investigating those options a little closer. To help you discover when that time might be, you will want to continue reading. Here are two clues that might mean senior care at home is a good idea: 

Loneliness Is Becoming A Concern

Maybe your aging loved one is typically safe at home by themselves, even if it is just while you are at work, but they could start to become very lonely. They could end up dealing with some depression, especially if their circle of friends is becoming smaller and smaller because everyone is getting older and passing away. By having an in-home caretaker come over, your loved one will have another person to chat with. It can help improve their mood and this person will be able to report back to you should there be any concerns with their physical or mental health.

They Are Not Completing Their Daily Hygiene Routine

It might be time to call for in-home care if you have noticed that your aging loved one is no longer able to complete their daily hygiene routines. It could be that they simply do not have the range of motion that they once did, making it harder for them to wash their own hair or even properly clean themselves after using the restroom. They could also struggle to get in and out of the shower and are at risk of falling. An in-home caretaker can help make sure that they are getting clean and staying clean throughout the day.

Once you have pretty well settled on the fact that you need some home senior care assistance, you will want to begin to look over your options. There should be a few different senior in-home care services in your area. Talk with someone at your insurance company if you are trying to get the help covered under their medical policy. They may have certain in-home care services that they will pay for. Otherwise, you might have to pay out of pocket. Once you know who to call, you can begin to call to ask questions and compare the services. This will help ensure that you are going to have an easier time finding the ideal company to hire.

Contact a local senior care service to learn more. 


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