Does Your Loved One Need In-Home Supportive Services from Visiting Angels Annapolis?

Here’s how families in Annapolis, Pasadena, Millersville, Arnold, Glen Burnie and surrounding areas in Maryland can determine whether their senior loved ones need professional in-home supportive services

Throughout Anne Arundel County, adult children are facing difficult decisions about their parents’ diminished quality of life due to age-related issues. They wonder if their mom or dad is safe and comfortable at home.

Acknowledging that your parents need help at home is a significant first step. But how can you tell if they need more support such as in-home care?

Visiting Angels Annapolis can help you figure out whether senior care is the right choice for your loved one. Here are some universal warning signs that professional in-home supportive services might be needed.

When to Consider In-Home Supportive Services

If you see sudden changes in your parents’ appearance, behavior or environment that concern you, it’s time to consider professional senior care services. The signs may be subtle at first and then become more obvious.

When you’re with your parents, do you see:

• Poor personal hygiene or a disheveled appearance?
  Are your parents maintaining their usual level of cleanliness? Look for signs they’re not bathing, brushing their teeth, combing their hair or washing their clothing regularly.
• A messy, cluttered living space?
  A cluttered home can be a sign of physical or cognitive difficulties. Take note if your parents’ home is messier than usual or their housekeeping routine is slipping.
• Spoiled food in the refrigerator or little food at all?
  Check the fridge and cupboards to see if your parents have fresh, nutritious food. If the food is expired or the cupboards are bare, they may not be eating regular meals.
• Unpaid bills and other questionable financial choices?
  Are your parents on top of their finances or are they neglecting essential expenses? Look for unopened bills or unpaid utility bills. Take note if they mention any recent investments, loans or purchases that seem suspect or out of character.
• Significant changes in their health or mobility?
  Can your parents move around easily? Do they keep up with their treatments and medications for chronic conditions? Look for expired or unopened medications and symptoms their health is getting worse.
• Reserved demeanor and limited social life?
  Do your parents seem like themselves? Are they engaging with friends and family? Do they participate in favorite activities? Be honest about their level of socializing.

How Can In-Home Care from Visiting Angels Annapolis Help?

Changes in your senior loved one’s behavior could indicate it’s time to consider professional elderly care. However, relocating to an assisted living facility can be stressful, disorienting and disheartening for seniors—most would prefer to remain at home. Instead, get the best of both worlds with in-home supportive services from Visiting Angels Annapolis.

Your loved one will get dedicated, one-on-one support from a friendly, competent home care provider who works on their schedule, with their routine. Our caregivers can assist with meal preparation, medication reminders, errands, social outings and social technology to help maintain their health and happiness, while aging in place at home.

If you’re looking into professional in-home supportive services for your senior loved one, contact Visiting Angels Annapolis today at 410-549-8002.