Wednesday 22 February 2017

Avoid Senior Isolation with In-Home Health Care Services

Humans are social creatures. We need interaction with our peers on a regular basis; it makes us happier, more creative and fosters a sense of well-being. As people age, the possibility of isolation increases and that interaction with other people can come to a standstill. Research has shown that seniors who are isolated run a greater risk of developing serious health issues. Problems such as high blood pressure and depression are just a part of the problem. Obesity and diabetes are also possible when a senior is isolated.

The Reasons Seniors become Isolated
  • Oftentimes, seniors live on a fixed income. Because of this, it can be difficult to find extra money to go out with friends, or for other entertainment outings.
  • As people age, their circle of family and friends can dwindle easily due to people moving away, retiring, and even passing away. The senior’s social circle therefore becomes more and more limited, creating isolation.
  • Driving skills or privileges are often limited in seniors, causing an inability to get around outside of the home. 
  • Seniors often need some type of assistive device or simply feel shaky on their feet, making venturing out of their home uncomfortable and unpleasant for them.
How In-Home Health Care Can Help
  • An Always Best Care caregiver that visits the senior regularly (everyday) will be there to dispel isolation in a number of ways. Through their own companionship, and also through the ability to assist them with walking outside, escorting them to events and other outings, as well as planning visits to friends and family.
  • A pet is an excellent way to avoid senior isolation. If there is a question about whether the senior can take care of the animal, the ABC caregiver is there to provide pet help such as feeding, watering, walking, etc.
Other Ways to Help Prevent Isolation
  • Learn about volunteer opportunities for seniors.
  • Keep in touch with family and friends via the internet and virtual chats.
  • Find free senior community activities.
If you are interested in getting a free consultation regarding in-home care in the Greater Cleveland or Medina County area, call (440) 791-7177 today, or email jbechtold@abc-seniors.com. ABC has been providing exceptional in-home health care in Medina County for several years, as well as information on assisted living communities.

Tuesday 21 February 2017

Obtain Information on Senior Housing in Grafton, OH through ABC

Always Best Care Senior Services has been in the business of assisting seniors for the past 20 years. Since 1996, they have been providing in-home care to seniors all over the country via skilled and compassionate caregivers, while also assisting seniors with information on senior living communities. If you are interested in receiving a free consultation through ABC and you live in the Greater Cleveland or Grafton, OH area, call (440) 791-7177 for more information.

What services are provided with in-home care?

Depending on the level of care that the senior requires, the compassionate caregiver can assist them between two and 24 hours each and every day. All of the Always Best Care caregivers are bonded, insured, go through thorough criminal background checks, and are also CPR and first-aid certified. They are highly-skilled and well-qualified to perform tasks such as companionship services, home helper services and personal care services.

Some of these include:
  • Plan, prepare and clean up meals
  • Organize and clean closets
  • Monitor diet and eating
  • Companionship and conversation
  • Maintain calendar
  • Oversee home deliveries
  • Provide respite care
  • Arrange appointments
This is not an exhaustive list, and when a Personal Care plan is put into place, it outlines all of the services that the caregiver provides assistance with, and the plan is continually updated.

In addition to in-home care services, Always Best Care also provides information on senior living in Greater Cleveland. If you are curious about the type of senior communities available and the senior housing in Grafton, OH, a representative from Always Best Care can sit down with you for a free consultation and discuss the various communities in that area. 

Selecting the right home can be a daunting task, that’s why Always Best Care providers are knowledgeable about the best senior living communities. Whether you are looking for an assisted living community, Alzheimer’s and dementia care homes, board and care homes, or a nursing facility, Always Best Care has the experience in matching seniors with the perfect home for them.

For more information about senior housing in the Greater Cleveland and Grafton, OH area, call (440) 791-7177 to set up a free consultation.