If you have an elderly parent who lives alone, then chances are they would benefit from some in-home companionship. When family members cannot always be there for their elderly parent, companion sitters and in-home care can be a beneficial service. Your loved one will receive assistance with daily activities, as well as personal companionship while maintaining their independence.
Here are eight ways your elderly parent may benefit from in-home companion care.
1. Receiving Medication Reminders
It is not uncommon for an elderly individual living alone to have difficulty remembering when to take daily medications. Missing a dose of an important medication may have serious consequences. One huge advantage of having an in-home companion caregiver is that they will keep a record of daily medication times and schedules.
These reminders can be extremely helpful, especially if the elderly individual has trouble with their memory. In particular, elderly dementia patients will greatly benefit.
2. Assistance With Personal Grooming and Bathing
If your elderly parent has difficulty with personal grooming tasks or bathing, the companion caregiver is there to assist them. Your parent's personal grooming needs will be met, and they will have reassurance knowing the caregiver is there to ensure their safety as well.
3. Having Meals Prepared
In-home companions often provide meal preparation for their clients. This service can be a beneficial, especially for a senior who neglects to eat properly due to physical issues or other limitations. The caregiver may keep a list of the client's favorite foods or foods that must be avoided. In addition, sharing meals together may be a possibility.
4. Getting Help With Light Housekeeping
Keeping the home tidy can be a chore for an elderly individual who has mobility issues or is temporarily bedridden. Some services of in-home companion care will also include doing light housekeeping chores, such as washing the dishes, dusting, making the bed, or doing the laundry. This can be a big help to your elderly loved one.
5. Having Errands Taken Care Of
Does your elderly parent find it difficult to get out and about to do weekly grocery shopping? If immobility is preventing your loved one from getting necessary grocery supplies, then a companion care service may be an effective solution.
Running errands is a common service provided. Besides the convenience of having someone do light grocery shopping, the caregiver can take the individual to the doctor's office or to another important appointment.
6. Receiving Assistance With Schedule Planning
If your elderly parent has trouble maintaining a schedule, then the companion care service can help with that, too. This may include social planning or appointment scheduling.
7. Gaining Emotional Support
Sometimes elderly individuals who live alone simply need a shoulder to lean on. Often times the individual would like to talk to someone who isn’t a family member or friend. Companion care professionals will provide an empathetic ear.
Having someone to talk to can benefit a senior living alone, the senior may need help making decisions, or seeing things from an outside perspective, an in-home caregiver can provide this help.
8. Having a Personal Companion
Having someone to enjoy activities with is another benefit. Whether it means simply hanging out to watch a favorite TV show together, playing a card game, or taking a walk, the companion caregiver can be of service. This may help the elderly person avoid loneliness and feelings of isolation. In many cases, the caregiver and client form a strong bond and friendship.
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