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

America has more seniors than ever as the baby boomer generation ages, with over twelve million Americans requiring care. If you have a family member who needs assistance completing day-to-day tasks, then you may be feeling the caregiving crunch. At Visiting Angels^® Portland, we’re available to help family caregivers who feel overwhelmed by their duties. Our professional care providers offer support and assistance with daily activities, including mobility support and help with personal care routines, while giving family care providers the respite and relief that they need. These services are available for elderly adults throughout the Portland area, including Beaverton, Tigard, Lake Oswego, Milwaukie, and neighboring communities. Read on to learn more about how our care providers can help those who are feeling the caregiving crunch.

Getting Started with a Professional Caregiver in Portland

Over the next several decades, the number of care providers available will dwindle while the number of seniors requiring care will increase. This situation won’t only affect elderly adults, it will also affect family care providers who need respite. It may also impact the quality of care that is available as more experienced care providers become fully booked.

That’s why it’s important to be prepared for your loved one’s caregiving requirements and look ahead to the future as their need for care is likely to become more intensive. Getting started with care early on, even if it’s just for a few hours per week, can help your loved one get used to working with a care provider and can also help you avoid feeling burned out by your responsibilities.

There are several reasons why it’s a good idea to go through a care agency like Visiting Angels Portland when you’re looking for a professional caregiver. An agency should have multiple care providers available, meaning there’s a greater chance they’ll be able to match your loved one with an individual who has a suitable skill base and personality. Hiring through a professional agency will also give you confidence that the care provider has been through a strict screening process and offers services that are bonded and insured.

Learn more about our professional caregivers today. Just call Visiting Angels Portland to schedule a convenient time for a free care consultation at your loved one’s home in Portland, Beaverton, Tigard, Lake Oswego, Milwaukie, or a nearby town. Call today!