Elder Care Assistance: A Healthy Solution for Working Adults

Many aging adults want to stay in their homes as long as possible. But, completing everyday tasks may be a challenge. This is especially true for those who may be somewhat forgetful or may have limited mobility. There are many ways to help an aging parent or relative remain in the comfort of his or her home. One way is to take time from our daily schedule to check on the individual and help with chores like cooking, cleaning or bathing. 

However, many middle aged adults can't take time away from childcare or work every day to attend to aging parents. For those in this situation, one solution is to hire the services of a home care agency, by requesting elder care assistance. This type of service relies on the skill and compassion of home care assistants, who can help aging adults complete tasks of daily living and maintain a sense of independence.

Home care services are not always medical. Cleaning, cooking, bathing, and planning meals or doing the grocery shopping are some of the tasks a home care companion can take on. The level of service provided will usually depend on how much the aging individual is able to do for him or herself. A nurse may still visit once or twice a week, to check the health of the older person. But, for the daily tasks, a home care giver is often the most suitable person.

In home care agencies offer a variety of services, such as skilled and unskilled nursing care, through the use of home health nurses and nursing assistants. But, many agencies also hire home care assistants to help with the other tasks that older people may need help with.

One of the best reasons to seek elder care assistance through a home care agency is security. Employees hired through home health agencies typically have extensive background checks completed before they're hired. They are often trained by the agency, even if they have completed other home care or home health aide training courses.