Signs Your Loved One May Need Care
Published: 17/04/2023
Signs Your Loved One May Need Care
For many of us, there will come a time when our loved one or family member requires care. It is often a difficult and daunting time, and often, it's something that people try to avoid, as they don't want to think about it. However, when the warning signs are spotted earlier, early prevention measures can be put in place to support your loved one to remain living in the comfort of their own home for as long as possible; with a small amount of Care and Support. In this Blog, we talk about the common signs that it may be time to consider care for yourself, or a loved one.
Key Signs:
Lack of Attention to Personal Hygiene
A change in appearance or body odour may be one of the first signs that your loved one may need some Support with their Personal Care at Home. There are different reasons why someone may be struggling to maintain their usual personal hygiene standards; they no longer have the physical capabilities; their Mental Health issues are impacting their Personal Care routine or they have simply forgotten to wash and clean themselves daily. At Right at Home Solent, we can support you, or your loved one, with Personal Care.
Changes in their Weight
A change in one's weight is also a sign that you may need to consider Care and Support for them. If there is a 10% difference or more in their body weight, this can be a sign that there is a problem. They may not be eating enough and losing weight as a result. This could be caused by difficulty preparing meals, feelings of loneliness or isolation impacting their appetite or forgetting to eat at mealtimes. Visiting them during meal times will give you a good indication of their eating habits. Right at Home Solent CareGivers in Fareham, Gosport, Southampton & New Forest East can help with Meal Preparation and Shopping.
Physical and Mental Changes
Physical changes can include bruises or bumps from falls, weight changes, changes in personal hygiene or all of the above. Whilst mental changes can include mood swings, withdrawal from social situations, or displaying new behaviours that seem out of character. Mental health problems can be experienced by people of all ages, so it is important to check in with your loved ones regularly to understand how they are feeling. If you notice any of these in a loved one, they may need some extra support at home, this will give you the reassurance that they are living at home comfortably and safely.
They aren't performing Normal, Daily Tasks
Another key sign that your loved one may need care is that they are unable to carry out daily tasks. You might notice that their house is becoming very untidy. If they struggle with things such as making a cup of tea, showering, getting dressed or preparing meals, they could benefit from the support of a Homecare plan and with some of our amazing CareGivers in Fareham, Gosport, Southampton & New Forest East.
Memory Loss
Memory Loss is typically associated with Dementia. Although it can be a symptom of dementia, that is not always the case. If you are worried your loved one may have Dementia, it is best to seek advice from your GP. When treated early, people that are living with Dementia can be supported to maintain their independence for longer, and stay in the comfort of their own home. For more information on the early signs of Dementia and the Dementia Care we provide at Right at Home Solent in Fareham, Gosport, Southampton & New Forest East, you can read our blog here:
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What Care Services do we Provide?
There are lots of different types of care services. The level of Care and Support that is required will depend entirely on the individual needs of you, or your loved one. Typically, when the signs that someone needs care are identified early on, people can be supported to remain in their own homes with the help of quality Homecare services and that is where we come in. At Right at Home Solent our services cover but are not limited to:
- Personal Care
- Companionship & Support
- Dementia Care
- Elderly Care
- Live-In Care
- Respite Care
- Night Care (Sleep Nights/Wake Nights)
How Can We Help?
At Right at Home Solent, we can support you and your loved one to develop a unique and personalised Care plan that meets their needs and supports them to live a fulfilled life from the comfort of their own home. Whether they love spending time with their grandchildren or completing their favourite crossword puzzle, our team will ensure they are supported to keep doing the things they love.
How can I check the Quality of Care Services?
You can check out a Care Companies reviews on Homecare.co.uk and their CQC report. At Right at Home Solent, we have been rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC for the level of Care we provide. If you want to check out our CQC report, you can see that here:
Right at Home Solent - CQC Report
You can also take a look at our Homecare.co.uk Review page, to find out what our clients and their NOKs think about us and our Service.
Right at Home Solent Homecare.co.uk
So, what next?
If you, or a loved one, is living with Parkinson's Disease, and you'd like to find out more about our Homecare Services and how we can support you, get in touch today! You can contact our friendly team by phone, on 01329 233755 or fill out our 'Contact Us' form on our website, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you! https://www.rightathome.co.uk/solent/contact-us/ - Contact us today!
