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This time of year may significantly impact your senior loved one's health. Changes in weather and sunlight affect mood, sleep patterns, and susceptibility to illnesses. Additionally, seniors may face unique challenges as the colder months approach, such as an increased risk of falls. 30% of individuals 65 and older and 50% of those 85 and older fall each year. Most falls are associated with one or more of the following identifiable factors:
• Impaired Vision
• Medications
• Poor Balance
• Household Hazards
• Chronic Conditions
Call Aging Allies today for a free in home safety evaluation!
561-638-8318
Taking on the responsibility of care for an aging relative or loved one can be a rewarding experience. Being the primary caregiver helps you rest assured that your loved one is receiving compassionate care from someone who will go above and beyond to ensure they are comfortable in their daily life.
Even with the best intentions and thoughtful planning, caregiving can be an overwhelming responsibility as well as a significant time commitment.
Assessing the level of care
As family members age or face medical issues, you may consider taking on the responsibility of providing care. But how do you know if this is the right decision? Depending on their unique situation, hiring an in-home care provider may be the better solution for you and your loved one. Professional caregivers work closely with older adults to meet their needs as they age. As they grow older, their needs change, whether routine or medical, and they may need more help with their daily activities in order to live a fulfilling life. Examples of the help caregivers can provide:Bathing and groomingHelp with toiletingMedical appointments and medication complianceTransportationCompanionshipCooking, cleaning, and grocery shoppingLaundryCoordinate benefit care/speak to physician’s, insurance companies on the their behalf, if authorized.
Choosing to be a family caregiver
Having a family member serve in the role of caregiver can make for a better experience for your loved one and give you peace of mind as well. However, there are some realities to be aware of if you are considering becoming a family caregiver.
Your health
Your own health, both physical and emotional, can be negatively affected when taking on the care of a family member. Be sure to focus on taking care of yourself as well, such as through rest and breaks, maintaining a healthy diet, and watching out for signs of stress and burnout. When you do need a break, consider looking into respite care, which provides short-term relief for primary caregivers, and can give you time to rest, travel, or spend time with other family and friends.
Your time
Taking care of a loved one who is getting older will likely require a great deal of your time. You may find your own life and responsibilities drop off, not performing as well at work, or having a longer commute as you fulfill the needs of your loved one. Valuable personal time in your own life will likely be less available while you are caregiving for a loved one.
The financial impact
Caregiving can evolve into such time-intensive responsibilities that you could find yourself having less time to hold down a full-time job. When considering whether to provide care for a loved one you should consider beforehand whether you can properly support yourself while ensuring the best care for your aging loved one. Becoming a caregiver is a rewarding role, ensure you do your research of the best options for your situation, find financial support if needed, and look after your own physical and mental health to ensure that you’re providing the best care possible.
Aging Allies Home Care provides a complimentary home visit with a Care Manager to assess and recommend any services that would improve the Senior's quality of life. Call us to day to schedule! We are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
561-632-8318
Geriatric Care Management Advocates Care Management Group is a group of care managers thatare social workers, registered nurses (RN’s), licensed practical nurses (LPN’s), and Professional Guardians. Your Advocate will assist you throughout theaging process, and help plan and implement challenges you may face alongthe way.
Families and clients request the services of an Advocate when they haveconcerns about their loved one or self. When will someone need help, whenthey are not sure where to find the information, guidance, support, and answers that are needed.
After an assessment is completed, we create a personalized plan and helpimplement it. It will summarize the concerns and gives a realistic approach toa plan for the family to proceed forward with confidence.
Care plans provide ongoing and continuous recommendations. The plan provides information on the complete family, financial, medical, physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of an aging adult. The plan isupdated as needed and reviewed with the client and/or family member(s) onhow to approach the current situation.
Advocates Care Management Group offers services that are personalized to the unique family, needs, beliefs and traditions. Services are offered as needed, in an emergency or as scheduled.
Advocates Care Management Services are offered in St. Lucie, Martin, PalmBeach and Broward Counties. We freely integrate care management into ourhome care services at Aging Allies.
Call today for a complimentary consultation!
Office: 561-253-0429
After hours # 561-632-8318
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We assist seniors with tasks such as getting ready in the morning and settling in for the night.
We help seniors maintain a household and an independent life with tasks like cooking, cleaning, laundry, sewing, and similar jobs.
Our professional caregivers can simply be there to give your loved one quality company and friendship.
We can handle medication schedules so your loved ones take them when they should with the correct dosage.
Although we attempt to avoid guardianship, sometimes it is necessary. A guardian is a person who is legally responsible for managing the affairs of an incapacitated person.
At Aging Allies, we want to ease the process and your concerns while enriching the lives of you or your loved ones through in-home care for seniors in South Florida. We also offer in-home senior care in the Palm Beach, Martin, and St. Lucie County areas. Call us today to schedule a free at-home assessment.
view all caregiver servicesAging Allies - Caregivers with Heart. Whether you and your family need guidance with physical assistance or emotional, financial, or spiritual support, Aging Allies is here for you. We have the experience and recommendations to help create a plan for a better quality of life for seniors and families.
