You want your aging loved one to have the best care they can receive. You want the later years of their life to be filled with new experiences, loving memories, and quality time with the people they love, and for their mental, physical, and emotional health to be prioritized. As much as you want this for your elderly loved one, you may be finding that your family can’t provide this for them alone. You may decide you need a professional, in-home caregiver to help. At HomeSpark, we understand that this is an important decision built on trust. Below are some of the ways that an in-home senior caretaker can help.

Encourage Independence

80% of older adults feel safer in their homes than anywhere else, and a rising number of seniors are choosing to remain at home as they age. Professional caretakers will ensure that the home is a safe space for them to thrive. Unlike traditional care paths for seniors such as nursing homes, in-home care allows elderly adults to age comfortably within their own homes close to their friends, family, and community. We understand that your loved one has spent years building a life for themselves, and our non-medical caregivers will help them retain their autonomy while ensuring their safety. 

Reduce Loneliness and Isolation

Many elderly adults over the age of 65 experience chronic loneliness, which can lead to mental and physical health concerns such as a 50% increased risk of dementia. When you can’t be present with your aging loved one, you can rest assured that a professional in-home caregiver will be there for companionship. In-home caretakers spend quality time with your loved one by engaging them in conversation, learning about their history, getting them outdoors for walks or gardening, playing games, or taking them to community events.

Help With Non-Medical Care

Professional in-home caregivers can assist with activities of everyday living, household duties, transportation, meal preparation, and personal hygiene. The level of care will be tailored to fit the unique needs of your family. 

Provide Respite Care

Caring for an aging loved one can become a full-time job. Respite care provides temporary relief when you can’t be there with your loved one, allowing you to take a break and recharge. Respite care can consist of a few hours or a few weeks, and can take place in your own home, at day-care centers, or at residential or nursing facilities that offer overnight stays. Benefits include stress relief, renewed energy, life balance, and better health. 

Relieve Caregiver Burnout

No one is equipped to be a caregiver alone. Caregiver burnout, which happens when you try to do more than you’re able to, emotionally, physically, or financially for an aging loved one, is very common. If you are feeling a decline in your well-being from being a family caretaker, in-home care professionals can help. 

HomeSpark provides non-medical, in-home care services in Bryan/College Station. Our in-home care services allow your senior loved one to receive day-to-day help with the personal care they need, preserving their dignity and maintaining their quality of life. Contact us today to learn more about our caregiving services.