How Assisted Living Care Can Help Your Elderly Loved One

For many families, the term "caregiver" often brings up the idea of a mother or father caring for their child. As time goes by, these roles reverse, and the child becomes the caregiver for their parents. When these responsibilities fall upon the child, it can be overwhelming to do on their own-- when this happens, it can be helpful to seek out an assisted living care facility. An agency can support them with additional care and relief.

Benefits of In-Home Care for Seniors in Hyattsville and Surrounding Communities

For many elderly adults, living with health-related problems or difficulties can affect day-to-day tasks and activities. Many times a doctor will recommend that their senior clients should be receiving extra care. They may even be declared unable to live on their own. Seniors also may be reluctant to move to a local elder care facility-- this is where Visiting Angels of Hyattsville can be helpful. Our agency offers assisted living care services to seniors that are wanting to remain in their own homes. 

It can be a lot of responsibility to take on a loved one's care on your own, especially when you are managing your obligations, such as work, caring for children, and a busy schedule. Our caregivers will come to your loved one's homes and be their companions. Caregivers are also there to help with small tasks such as administering medications, driving, grocery shopping, cooking meals, and cleaning up. These services provide peace of mind to family caregivers. 

Our assisted living services include:

• Mobility assistance
• Meal planning and preparation
• Assistance with bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Light housekeeping, such as vacuuming, dusting, laundry, and more
• Medication reminders
• Mobility assistance
• Transportation services for family gatherings, visiting friends, and scheduled appointments
• Toileting and incontinence care
• Meaningful companionship
• And more

If you want more information about how in-home care can help your senior loved ones, contact our Hyattsville, MD office today.