How Expert End of Life Care Can Help Your Family
At Visiting Angels, our end of life care services focus on providing comfort to seniors and support to families in Santa Cruz, Marina and Scotts Valley, CA
No matter how well prepared you think you are, coming to terms with your loved one’s terminal condition or limited life expectancy can be overwhelming. This heartbreakingly difficult period can, however, be a bit easier with the right kind of help and support. At Visiting Angels Central Coast, we offer professional end of life care that caters to seniors nearing the end of life transition and also helps families throughout the process.
When looking for the right care for a loved one at this time, most people focus on the care provided directly to their parent or relative. However, high-quality home care agencies also support families indirectly. By performing daily tasks, caregivers allow families to spend more time with their loved ones without worrying about routine activities and mundane chores.
End of Life Care Is Significant for the Whole Family
Caring for a loved one nearing the end of life on your own can be extremely difficult, taking its toll on your physical and mental health. On the other hand, professionals providing end of life care have the experience and skills to take care of seniors in the final weeks of their lives, making sure they are comfortable at all times. Expert care providers can help your loved one in many different ways, including but not limited to:
- Being on the lookout for any signs of pain or discomfort
- Making certain they are comfortable while sitting or lying in bed
- Helping with daily personal tasks such as toileting, bathing and dressing
- Providing companionship and comfort
Our caregivers, however, do not have to be in the same room to help your loved one. They can, for instance, prepare meals, clean the home, run errands and perform other activities that can enable your loved one to feel better. Performing these tasks can have an even greater impact on your family.
Namely, when your loved one is ill, you may take up too many obligations, which can lead to physical burnout and emotional drainage. Having a professional to help you around can make a real difference, especially when a loved one is nearing the end of life. This can allow you to be there for your loved one more and spend less time on chores and other daily responsibilities.
Opting for end of life care can truly make this challenging time easier for your loved one and your family as a while. Our care providers closely work with hospice care providers, so your parent or relative can get all the help they need and you can rest assured that all their needs are being met.
To learn more about how we help seniors nearing the end of life and how we can support your family, call our Scotts Valley, CA office today. We are happy to answer all your questions and schedule your consultation where we can provide you with more details regarding our care programs and develop a personalized plan of care for your loved one.