In Home Care in Arlington: Helping When Family Isn't Nearby

Since many seniors aren't quick to speak up when they're starting to have a hard time looking after themselves, it's especially important to make sure you're doing what you can to identify any problems and prepare for their future needs, even if you're far away. Luckily, our team at Visiting Angels^® Medford MA is here to help you with our in home care services in Arlington.

What You Can Do for Your Aging Parents in Arlington

As your loved ones grow older, it's understandable to worry about common issues like joint pain, dementia, and isolation, and how they might affect a relative's health and safety at home. However, even if you live too far away to visit regularly, you still have resources to help you check on and support your relatives.

Some helpful resources you can turn to include:

• Friends, neighbors, or community groups - Do you have any connections in the Arlington area that you can reach out to, such as a long-time neighbor or a friend of your relative? If possible, you can try reaching out to people or local organizations to arrange visits or outings to keep your loved one engaged and stimulating.
• Video chat technology - If you don't already use this technology when you talk to your relative in Arlington, consider making the switch so you can pick up on visual cues that they're taking care of themselves or starting to struggle.
• Online ordering and bill pay - Encourage your loved one to sign up for automatic bill payments to make sure they never lose track of utilities and other key expenses. While you're at it, you can also help them arrange delivery services for groceries, prescriptions, and other essential items. 
• In home care providers - When you can't be there yourself, you need to know your loved one in Arlington has the support they need from a reliable care professional, whether it's walking assistance, meal preparation, or a bit of company. 

Arrange a Consultation in the Arlington Area

Visiting Angels Medford MA offers in home care for seniors throughout the Arlington area, including Malden, Belmont, Waltham, and Melrose, and many of our clients have relatives who don't live in the area. If you're looking into home-based care on behalf of a loved one in Arlington, we'll do everything we can to keep you and other long-distance relatives involved in the process — starting from the free consultation.

Ready to get started with our in home care service? Call Visiting Angels Medford MA today to book an assessment at your loved one's home in Arlington.