What To Do If Your Elderly Parents Don't Want To Live In A Retirement Home But Can't Live Independently
One of the greatest challenges adult children face is when an elderly parent can't live independently, but is resistant to moving to a retirement community. There are several resources for seniors in the Anderson County area that may help them be independent longer. These services may take away some of the stress and worry about your parent living alone.
Meals on Wheels
Seniors often don't get adequate nutrition because they forget to eat, or are afraid to turn on the stove. Meals on Wheels in the Anderson area delivers hot meals to elderly and disabled residents. Their volunteers also spend time in the home, providing social interaction in a relaxed and informal way.
Senior Transportation
Giving up driving is a hard decision, as it limits so much independence. But when it's necessary, there are senior transportation services in the Anderson/Oconee area so seniors aren't housebound. They can book this transportation for their daily errands—shopping, errands, doctor's appointments—anywhere they need to go. The drivers are also certified in CPR and first aid.
In-Home Nursing
Anderson also has in-home health care options, so that your parent can be home and have caregivers come in for rehab and physical therapy services, and have access to skilled nursing. Some of these services include daily telemonitoring so a nurse can keep track of vital signs.
Companion care
One of the easiest ways to let your parent age in place is to provide some level of companion care. If you're not in the greater Greenville area and can't check on your parent daily, this type of service gives you peace of mind that everything is okay. You and your parent can choose the level of care, from a few afternoons a week to full-time assistance. Here are some of the types of care that Senior Helpers in Anderson/Easley/Oconee offers.
Personal Care
Our caregiver helps your loved one with bathing and grooming, tidying the home, meal preparation, going through the mail and ensuring bills are paid, and providing companionship.
Chronic Disease Care
We have caregivers who are trained to assist senior patients with cancer, heart disease, arthritis, osteoporosis, and other chronic conditions. Our team works with you to create a comprehensive care plan for your parent.
Respite Care
Senior Helpers also come in as a backup to adult children who are their parent's primary caregivers. When you need a break, we are here to give you the time off you need to recharge.
Live-In Care
If you and your parent make the decision that they will age in place indefinitely, we can also provide round-the-clock care. If the home has a spare bedroom and is easy to get around, a live-in companion is actually more cost-effective than hourly care. There's also the advantage of a less-disrupted schedule with fewer shift changes.
If you are exploring options for in-home senior care in the Anderson/Easley/Pickens/Oconee area, contact us today to learn how we can help you manage aging in place. We have tailor-made solutions for all stages of senior living.