Aging in Place with the Help of Live-In or 24-Hour Home Care Services in Longmont, CO and Surrounding Areas
Our 24-hour home care services provide ongoing support and monitoring for seniors in Longmont, Boulder, Louisville and surrounding areas in Boulder County, CO
When a senior loved one experiences a decline in physical or cognitive functions or a change in their living circumstances, their care needs are likely to shift, prompting family caregivers to consider ongoing, long-term care options, including live-in or 24-hour home care from Visiting Angels in Boulder County.
Common Signs That It Is Time for 24-Hour Care
In some cases, care provided by family caregivers or a local, trustworthy agency is not sufficient as seniors age. The following signs can indicate a switch to professional 24-hour home care may be needed:
- Bruises and injuries that indicate falls or trips
- Wetting the bed and other incontinence issues
- Greater dependence on assistive devices
- Wandering
- Increased confusion caused by cognitive decline
- Feelings of loneliness and isolation
- Recent discharge from rehabilitation or a hospital
- Mobility issues
How to Differentiate Live-in and 24-Hour Home Care?
While live-in and 24-hour care may seem almost identical, there is a number of differences between the two. Understanding them can help you make the best choice regarding your loved one’s unique situation. Here is what you need to know:
Live-In Care
Live-in caregivers stay in the client’s home day and night to provide assistance outlined in the plan of care. Typically, one caregiver is there during workdays and another performs their duties over the weekend. Live-in caregivers are entitled to an 8-hour break and the client provides a place for them to rest.
Pros: You and your parent are likely to form a stronger bond with just two caregivers and these assigned care experts will get deeply familiar with your loved one’s routines, moods, and preferences. This can become an especially valuable asset when caring for a senior with dementia.
Cons: During the caregiver break, the care recipient is usually unsupervised.
24-Hour Care
Two or three caregivers rotate shifts, ensuring that someone is always available when needed both day and night.
Pros: Dividing duties into shifts allows trained caregivers to stay well-rested, alert, and awake to supervise your loved one.
Cons: The costs of 24-hour care are typically higher than live-in care.
What is the Best Choice for Your Loved One?
A live-in option is more appropriate if your mom or dad:
- Needs minimal or no assistance during the night
- Does not require constant attention
On the other hand, 24-hour home care would be a better solution for those who:
- Frequently wander or pose a threat to themselves caused by physical or mental limitations
- Wake up several times during the night
At Visiting Angels in Boulder County, we make aging in place possible by providing a plethora of non-medical, senior care services on an hourly, overnight, and around-the-clock basis. Our personalized care plans include housekeeping, hygiene assistance, meal preparation, medication reminders, transportation, errands and more. Our certified experts also provide palliative care and specialized dementia care programs.
Call our Longmont, CO office to learn more about how we can help your family!
Visiting Angels provides in-home senior care services for families in Allenspark, Boulder, Eldorado Springs, Erie, Hygiene, Lafayette, Longmont, Louisville, Lyons, Nederland, Niwot, Pinecliff, Ward and the surrounding areas of Boulder County, CO.