Now that vaccines are being readily distributed and states are lifting restrictions, it can be straightforward to begin backing off on the precautions you have taken as a home care provider. It can be tempting to lessen the amount of caution you use, but it could also be detrimental to the patients who require personal … Read more
With the rise in Home Health Care and a pandemic on our hands, we need to keep it safe for everyone. Many families are not comfortable sending their loved ones to a nursing home facility anymore; with the horrible way nursing homes have been handled with the pandemic, people are not so sure if they … Read more
Pandemic fatigue is a real thing, but when your loved one requires specialized home care, it’s important not to let this fatigue cloud your judgment. Now, more than ever, home health care can serve as a lifeline to those that need it most. Home care services vary across the board, so research must be done … Read more
Having a stranger in your home is difficult. Especially when it comes to someone taking care of your loved one, they take care of a family member of yours, and it is stressful to leave that loved one with them. Communication is key when it comes to a relationship like this one. It helps on … Read more
When an elder has Alzheimer’s disease, it causes brain cells to die. This causes the brain to work less over time. This results in how a person acts. It can be very stressful, painful, and heartbreaking for a loved one to handle by themselves. As a home care aid, there is a need for guidance … Read more
Elder abuse and neglect are more common than not. As a loved one living with someone who needs help from a caregiver, you need to know the signs so you can get help right away. Sometimes it is not as straightforward as you would expect, but there are warning signs that you need to be … Read more
How Home Health Care Helps Seniors Manage Depression and Anxiety
According the the National Institute of Mental Health, an estimated 7.1 percent of the United States population had at least one major depressive episode in 2019. Anxiety disorders affect approximately 18.1 percent of the U.S. population. And when it comes to seniors, those numbers climb even higher. What’s more, depression can lead to increased mortality and disability, higher use of health care, and longer hospital stays, resulting in higher health care costs overall.
Chances are, if you or a loved one suffer from depression and/ or anxiety, you’d want to do everything possible to reduce suffering. That’s why it’s important to consider the role of loneliness and current world events, encourage open communication, and seek help as appropriate.
One of the solutions that many are turning to is that of in-home senior care. If you’re limited in the care you can provide or unable to care for your aging loved one, consider hiring a home health care agency to provide vital medical, housekeeping, and companionship services, among many others. These are certainly no substitute for professional medical and mental health care, but these services can help. Here’s how.
Nutrition
Memory
Mobility
Healthcare
Companionship
Depression and anxiety are common, and they are no less debilitating than a medical illness or disorder. If you or your loved one suffers from one of these disorders, you are not alone. Check with your primary doctor or other health care professional, or visit one of these organizations for more assistance and information.
As seniors age, new challenges present themselves. This can be a period of tremendous growth and love, but also a very stressful and challenging time. No matter the cause, disagreements often creep up as siblings and other family members differ as to the best way to care for their aging loved ones. And don’t forget … Read more
Why Being a Caregiver is More Than a Career
As our aging population continues to grow with baby boomers reaching their golden years, caregivers are in more demand than ever before. If you or your loved one are in need of in-home senior care or assistance, whatever the reason, you want to know that you are in trusted, compassionate hands. If a family member isn’t able to fill the role of caregiver, though, where do you turn?
A trusted caregiver will see their position as more than a job. They will see it as a commitment and a calling. Here’s why.
Caregivers make a difference
Caregiving is rewarding
Caregivers are appreciated
Caregiving is a commitment
TLC Homecare’s commitment
A quality home health care agency can provide the trust, caring, and commitment you deserve.
Here are just a few of the reasons to consider TLC Homecare.
• Certified nurses
• High-quality training
• Community trust
• Comprehensive services
• Peace of mind
TLC Homecare truly believes that there is no better place than home to receive care. It’s not just a catchphrase or slogan, it’s something TLC was built around. From quality, committed caregivers, to trusted management and oversight, TLC is an agency you can depend on now and for years to come.
How to Build Strong Relationships Between Seniors and Caregivers
If you’re looking for quality in-home senior care for yourself or a loved one, one of the most important factors to consider is the relationship between caregiver and client. Usually, our gut does a good job of letting us know our feelings about a person. From the first meeting, you may have a sense of comfort and easiness with the person who will be playing such an important role in you or your loved one’s life. If not, it’s perfectly OK to keep looking. When you do decide on a home healthcare agency, here are some things you can do to make sure that the relationship between caregiver and senior not only grows but thrives.
Choose the right caregiver and/ or agency
First thing’s first. You may be wondering how to go about choosing the right caregiver or agency for you or your loved one. Important factors to consider include:
Quality staff –
Affordability
Create trust
Ask for help
Work on good communication
Avoid micromanaging
Be patient
Ask questions
Spend time together