What Is the Right Time to Hire a Caregiver for the Elderly?

Living alone can be challenging even for younger people, people who are strong, healthy and energetic, let alone for the elderly who do not have that same level of independence. In an ever-changing world, one thing is certain: we need to stick together if we want to make the most of our time together. 

But sometimes we don’t have enough time or energy to be there for our elderly loved ones when they need us most, and that is where professional providers of senior home care in Marina Del Rey come in. A type of supportive care provided at home, home care enriches the lives of the elderly population, making them more fulfilling. So what is the right time to hire a caregiver?

How does home care work?

Most families have safety concerns when it comes to welcoming a stranger into their home, especially if this stranger is supposed to be entrusted with caring after their elderly loved one. This is where local home care referral agencies come in: it is their job to introduce local caregivers with families in need of a responsible, background and reference-checked caregiver with plenty of experience in the field.

The families receive recommendations based on their main criteria and requirements and the needs of their elderly loved ones and home care is organized accordingly. In a typical scenario, the elderly are given some time to get to know their caregivers. Most senior home care recipients require their caregiver to be able to visit on a regular basis.

What does home care include?

Home care includes assistance with daily activities that the elderly struggle to cope with on their own, for instance:

• Caregiving, which involves personal hygiene care and bathroom emergencies,
• Transportation, which includes helping the elderly make it to doctor’s appointments, trips to the pharmacy or grocery shopping,
• Housework & gardening,
• Meal preparation in accordance with doctor’s orders,
• Medication reminders,
• Companionship, including walks and light exercises.

Home care does not include medical home care which is provided solely by trained healthcare professionals.

When do you hire a caregiver?

The right time to hire a caregiver for an elderly person does not always depend on the age, health or even level of independence of the elderly. There may be other factors at play. Sometimes you just need peace of mind and want to know that your elderly loved one is not alone or struggling with loneliness and depression. They’ll have someone to make them lunch or take them to Marina Beach for some time outdoors and a breath of fresh air.

Promises made, promises kept: better home care for the eldelry

Experienced local home care providers which we can introduce you and your elderly loved one to have a long and successful track record in providing senior home care to Marina Del Rey residents. We only work with experienced professionals who are kind and compassionate and whom you can trust to act responsibly and look out for your elderly loved ones’ best interests. Families in the area come to us because they want a better quality of life and a better future for their elderly loved ones. Find out why our way is the right way to personalized senior care. Call now!