If your mom or dad is ageing in place and they have a chronic condition like diabetes or heart disease there is help available for them. In-home care is a great option for seniors that are living alone. Having extra support from in-home care can help your mom or dad manage their condition at home.
Medication Management
Taking the right medications at the right time is important to control diseases like diabetes or heart problems. An in-home caregiver can help by reminding your senior parent when it’s time to take their medicine.
They can also organise medications in pill boxes or help keep track of prescription refills. This helps prevent missed doses or dangerous mistakes.
Monitoring Health
For seniors with chronic conditions, it’s important to keep track of their health regularly. In-home caregivers can monitor things like your mom or dad’s blood pressure, blood sugar levels, or weight.
They can also look for signs of any new symptoms or changes in your senior parent’s health that need attention. By having someone check in daily or weekly, potential health issues can be caught early before they become serious. Regular health monitoring can help your mom or dad stay on top of their condition and prevent complications.
Meal Preparation and Diet Support
Eating the right foods is essential for managing many chronic conditions. For example, people with diabetes need to watch their sugar intake, while those with heart disease may need to avoid high-fat or salty foods.
In-home care providers can help by preparing meals that are healthy and contain foods recommended by your mom or dad’s doctor. Cooking can be difficult for seniors, so having in-home care can make it easier for your senior parent to follow the diet that their healthcare provider recommends.
Encouraging Movement
Regular movement is important for seniors with chronic conditions, even if they can’t exercise because of their health. In-home caregivers can encourage your senior parent to move as much as possible by playing games with them like beanbag toss or balloon volleyball. They can also encourage your mom or dad to try stretches and strength building movements.
Emotional and Mental Support
Living with a chronic condition can be stressful and sometimes overwhelming for seniors. Having an in-home caregiver gives your mom or dad regular social contact, a supportive companion, and a cheerleader to encourage them to keep going during the tough times.
Managing a chronic condition is easier when your loved one feels cared for and supported. And if you can’t be with your mom or dad every day in-home care is a great way to make sure that your mom or dad is getting the support they need. Call today to learn more about in-home care for your mom or dad who is living alone.
If you or an ageing loved one are considering in-home care in Edmonton, please contact the caring staff at Serving Hands Senior Care today. Call (780) 963-1516
Premiere Home Health and Senior Home Care services in Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, Devon, St. Albert, Edmonton, Onoway, Leduc, Parkland County and surrounding communities since 2016.
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