Most older adults suffering from old age, chronic illnesses, or recovering from extensive surgery prefer to spend their golden years in the safety and comfort of their beloved homes and close to their children and grandchildren. A Better Solution caregivers make it possible for older adults and their family members to support seniors with the activities of daily living at home so they can live independently while enjoying the comforts of their homes. A Better Solution Home Care understands the rewarding yet challenging tasks of taking care of seniors in old age. Some of the ways to support seniors with activities of daily living at home include

Managing personal hygiene

One of the most essential tasks that older adults require assistance with is the maintenance of their personal hygiene. As seniors age, the effort to be presentable and take care of themselves every day becomes insurmountable, and many need help.

 A Better Solution caregivers are professionally trained to assist the seniors with bathing regularly, toileting, and grooming by combing their hair, trimming their nails, brushing twice a day, and dressing in clean comfortable clothes each day. Each caregiver by A Better Solution Home Care handles this task with the dignity and respect the senior deserves and knows how to support seniors with activities of daily living at home.

Managing medical records and medications

Older adults usually find the management of taking multiple medicines at various intervals to be confusing and troublesome. With the lapses in memory due to old age, Dementia, or Alzheimer’s, it becomes increasingly hard for them to remember their appointments and maintain their medical records. 

A Better Solution Home Care caregivers understand the necessity of taking the correct dosage of medicine at the correct time for a healthy outcome and prioritize it as a part of a service to support seniors with activities of daily living at home. Caregivers make sure that the older adults under their care receive their medicines on time and also ensure they meet their appointments regularly. Additionally, A Better Solution caregivers keep a meticulous record of any new symptom or exacerbation of existing symptoms the senior might present under their care. 

Managing Transportation

Old age usually comes with vision and hearing impairment. This is compounded by the seniors’ chronic illnesses and cognitive decline, making it dangerous for them and others to drive on their own. This can be jarring for older adults used to doing everything on their own. 

Caregivers at A Better Solution Home Care understand how to support seniors with activities of daily living at home and make it a priority to assist seniors with their transportation needs in a way that preserves their autonomy and dignity. They ensure that the seniors make it to their doctor’s appointments on time or any other events on their social calendar, making sure that their social health is looked after as well as their physical health. 

Managing Nutrition

Older adults often forget to feed themselves, either due to a decline in cognitive function or physical mobility problems. A healthy diet is necessary to maintain proper health. 

A Better Solution caregivers, under the instruction of the seniors’ nutritionist, make it a priority to provide them with meals that are both nutritious and beneficial to their health. This allows the seniors to build up a strong immune system and prevent them from contracting infections. 

A Better Solution Home Care understands the need to stay within the comfort and familiarity of their beloved homes. Our caregivers ensure that the older adults have the support they need while they age gracefully in their homes!