Taking care of older adults at home is easier said than done. From routine medical checkups, nutritious and balanced diets, regular social activity, to health emergencies, elders need specialized care and assistance in their day-to-day activities. In order to care for your loved ones, it's essential to take practical measures that ensure their wellbeing,
Here's a checklist of seven things to keep in mind while caring for your elders at home
Great Elderly Care Includes Making Things Accessible & Easy to Use
Have you given an extra set of house keys to your elders? Can they easily contact you in case of emergencies? Do they have a system to alert your neighbours about medical emergencies? Little efforts make a big difference. Do ensure to equip your elders with the right means and tools to navigate through day-to-day activities with ease.
Fall-Proof Your Homes for the Elderly
Books can be your loved one’s best friend. If the act of reading makes them tired and strains their eyes, you can also try audiobooks. Listening to short stories, motivational tales, or inspiring autobiographies can definitely lift up their spirits. Reading for just a few minutes everyday can relieve stress, induce better sleep, and also offer an escape from the monotony of daily lives – all great things for a recovering patient!
Create a Lively Social Circle for Your Elderly Companion
Puzzles never get old! The true joy of piecing together a puzzle is with a friend. You can get a puzzle that is suited for your recovering or injured loved one’s age. They can help to keep the mind active and engaged, and also distract them from their worries. We all know the importance of staying at peace within to ensure a speedy recovery, and a good game of puzzle can be of great help in this regard.
Offer Safe Transportation Assistance for Seniors Living at Home
Family members of the elderly should provide adequate means of transport for them. Being dependent on someone else to get around can be bothersome for your loved ones, however, it's always safer to accompany the elderly on their daily errands
Avail Trusted Medical Help for Elderly Living at Home
Routine health checkups may seem a monotonous endeavor, but they are extremely important to identify potential diseases before they become severe. If the elder you're in charge of is unable to visit a hospital, you should approach inhome medical care services
Make 'Medical Emergency Plan' a Part of Your Elder Care
A medical emergency can knock on an older adult's door at any time. That is why you should have open conversations with your elders to prepare better for any unforeseen circumstances. Such discussions may be difficult, but trust us, they play a vital role in swiftly availing the right care when misfortune strikes!
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