Feeling the Caregiving Crunch? How a Caregiver in Layton Can Help 

Are you feeling the pressure of caring for an elderly parent or grandparent? Do you worry about how to balance the demands of their care with the other responsibilities you have like work and family? If so, you're not alone. With the Baby Boomers aging, America has more seniors than ever before and more adult children wondering how to provide care for them. For many, stepping into the role of caregiver for an elderly loved one isn't always an option. So what does that mean for Layton area seniors and their families?  

Just What is the Caregiving Crunch? 

Since 2015, more seniors have chosen to receive care at home than in a nursing home. The demand for qualified care is on the rise and will also soon outstrip the supply of available caregivers, both here at home in Layton and across the U.S. Such a shortage will have a widespread ripple effect, impacting both seniors need of care, and family care providers in need of respite. Those living far from elderly loved ones in Layton may be hard-pressed to find someone who can tend to their relative's needs and feel additional pressure, like the need to relocate in order to be closer to the senior if a qualified care provider can't be located. Caregivers found in personal ads or through other sources may not have the skills or knowledge required to care for seniors in Layton with conditions like memory loss and don't come with the same guarantee as a bonded agency like Visiting Angels^® Davis-Webster would. So who can you turn to for help?

How a Caregiver Can Help Layton Area Families Overcome the Crunch

Being proactive is the key to helping your family avoid the caregiving crunch. Early preparation can help you to get a sense of what's available in Layton and prepare you for when your loved one does require care. Knowing which agencies have the necessary licensing, and whose caregivers have the necessary training will help you to make an informed decision when the time comes. As soon as you notice your loved one struggling, don't wait. Talk to Visiting Angels Davis-Weber right away. Having the assurance that comes with a professional caregiver from a reputable home care agency will give your family much-needed comfort, too. If your loved one is living in Layton, Ogden, Riverdale, Roy, Centerville, or Bountiful we can help your family to learn more with a free, in-home consultation. 

Call Visiting Angels Davis-Weber today to book your free, in-home consultation in Layton today.