Elderly care is a hugely beneficial service if your loved one could benefit from some support in their day-to-day life. This service enables your loved one to stay in the comfort of their home whilst receiving help where needed. This could include daily tasks such as cleaning, preparing food and shopping. Or it can also encompass companion care, medication support and personal care. The goal is to deliver a bespoke care plan to support your loved one's independence and ensure they live their life to the fullest. 

Here are 5 examples of how elderly care services can support your loved one:

Personal care 

Personal care is any support that involves physical contact between the carer and the client. This can include help with bathing, grooming, dressing, and general personal hygiene management. When you have chosen a homecare agency, they will carry out a care plan that helps the caregiver know exactly how your loved one likes to maintain their personal routines. This helps ensure they are well groomed and clean whilst maintaining their dignity. The care plan also determines the level of care required, from full physical support to just being on hand in case help is needed. Knowing that someone is there ready to help is hugely reassuring. Assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, and maintaining appearance can be vital if your loved one has mobility or cognitive impairment. Above all, personal homecare services are designed to preserve modesty and dignity whilst supporting your loved one's independence.

Meal planning and preparation.

Homecare services provide invaluable assistance if your loved one needs help with meal planning and preparation. They can help in various ways, such as shopping for groceries, helping with the cooking and cleaning up afterwards. They can also ensure that special diets are followed accurately, if required, and offer extra support for a healthy eating plan. This additional support takes the stress out of grocery shopping and cooking whilst ensuring your loved one gets the nutrients they need to stay healthy. So you can rest easy knowing they are getting the nourishment they need and being cared for with love and respect.

Housekeeping

Sometimes it can be hard keeping up with regular housekeeping tasks as we get older, so elderly homecare services can help with everything from laundry and vacuuming to changing bed linens and general tidying up. With this support, your loved one can enjoy a clean and organised living space, freeing up their time to do more of the things they love. 

Homecare services support your loved one whilst they live independently, making their home a place of comfort and relaxation.

Companionship

One of the most essential benefits of elderly homecare is companion care, especially If your loved one lives alone. Right At home provide elderly homecare services in your area, and our highly trained caregivers can provide your loved one with meaningful conversations, social activities, and emotional support. They can answer questions, offer advice, and be someone to talk to. At Right At Home, we carefully match our caregivers to our clients to ensure they have similar likes and personalities. This means their caregiver is a friend rather than someone providing a service. Getting out and doing activities with their caregiver, like going for walks or visiting local attractions, can help your loved one feel connected to the world around them. One of our favourite places to go with our clients is by steam train from Alton on the watercress line. This is an ideal way for them to stay socially engaged and connected with their community, promoting better overall health and a higher quality of life.

Medication support

Homecare services help with medication support in a variety of ways. Homecare professionals are an invaluable resource for those who need assistance managing their medications, from helping to organise and fill prescription medications to providing reminders to take them. Caregivers can also educate on the proper use of various drugs and advise on any potential interactions between medications and dietary supplements. They will also spot warning signs of adverse reactions or side effects and ensure patients take their medications safely and correctly. They are highly knowledgeable and trained in medication management, so individuals can rest assured that their medications will be managed safely and effectively.

If you want to learn more about how Right At Home can help your loved one with elderly care services, please call us on 01420 481716, and one of our care managers will be happy to help.

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