Aging in place is one of the most popular housing options among seniors. According to an AARP survey more than 70% of the seniors surveyed said that they wanted to continue living in their own homes as they got older.
And for many seniors living at home is a great option. But you should know that as your mom or dad gets older they will probably need some help around the house. If they develop a medical condition that makes moving around difficult, or if they have some vision loss or hearing loss that’s age-related your senior parent is going to need help doing everyday household tasks. Home care assistance is a service designed to fill in the gaps for seniors that are aging in place.

Home care assistance provides seniors the support they need with all kinds of chores and tasks so that they can continue living at home safely and comfortably. Some of the ways that home care assistance can help your senior parent age in place are:

Running Errands

One of the tasks that can be very hard for seniors as they get older is running errands. Driving to many different places, having to get in and out of the car in all types of weather, and having to contend with traffic can all be very tough for seniors.

A home care provider can run errands for your mom or dad and do the shopping, pick up prescriptions, run to the bank, or the post office, and do any other running around that has to get done. Your mom or dad can stay comfortably at home while a home care provider does the errands.

Cooking Meals

Your senior parent may be enjoying not having to cook large meals for a family anymore so much that they aren’t cooking meals for themselves either, A home care provider can make sure that your mom or dad is getting healthy and delicious meals daily, and they can share those meals with your mom or dad so they don’t have to eat alone.

Cleaning The House

Cleaning the house can be very difficult for seniors because a lot of chores involve bending, reaching, and repetitive movements that are tough for seniors. A home care assistance provider can do household chores like dusting, vacuuming, mopping, laundry, dishes, and more so that your mom or dad’s house is clean and tidy.

Transportation To Appointments

If your mom or dad doesn’t drive anymore but you have a hard time getting off work to take them to appointments a home care assistance provider can take them. With safe and reliable transportation that you can trust you won’t have to worry about your mom or dad getting to their medical or other appointments.

Providing Company and Companionship

One of the biggest complaints that seniors aging in place have is that they are lonely. If you work or have kids and you can’t visit your mom or dad as much as you like home care assistance can help. With regular visits form a care provider your senior parent will get all the company they need to be happy at home.

If you are considering home care assistance in Sugar Land, TX for an aging loved one, please call the caring staff at At Your Side Home Care. We will answer all of your senior care questions. Call today: (832) 271-1600.

At Your Side Home Care, provides exceptional home care assistance for seniors and families in Houston, West Houston, Katy, Memorial, The Heights, Spring Valley, Garden Oaks, Hunters Creek, River Oaks, Hilshire Village, Galleria, Cinco Ranch, Spring Branch, Sugar Land, Missouri City, Richmond, Rosenburg, Piney Point, Bay City and surrounding areas.

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Donna Wrabel, LMSW

Co-Owner at At Your Side Home Care

For most of us, the word "home" evokes warm feelings of comfort, security and well-being. For older adults, home also means holding tight to cherished memories and maintaining self-esteem and independence. When illness, injury or age make life a little more challenging, remaining at home in a comfortable, familiar environment encourages recovery and enhances the quality of life. Home can be defined as a private residence, an independent or assisted living facility or even a short term stay in the hospital, we recognize the additional benefits provided by a personal, professional assistant.

Our Certified Nurse Aides, 24-Hour Live-in Assistants and Home Health Aides are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We also provide the security and confidence of 24-hour Telephone Assistance, so fast, reliable help is always available when it's needed. To learn more about our homecare services see our homecare services page.

Different people need different levels of homecare. To meet the requirements of our clients, At Your Side Homecare maintains consistent staffing levels of caring professionals. Homecare service is available for as little as a few hours a week, or as many as 24 hours a day, seven days a week

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