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Elderly Assistance in Portland and Why They May Refuse Help

There comes a time when you start to realize that a parent or family member needs elderly assistance in Portland. That conversation can be a difficult one for you, because it means confronting worries about your loved one's condition. But it can also be difficult for them. 

Provider of elderly assistance in Portland with elderly patient

At Visiting Angels® Portland, we assist seniors throughout Lake Oswego, Tigard, Beaverton, Milwaukie, and West Linn. Here are a few reasons we've noticed that may explain why your loved one is struggling with the idea of elderly assistance:

  • Embarrassment. It can be unnerving to wake up one day and find you have difficulty with simple tasks you've never had an issue with. Many seniors feel embarrassed or even ashamed that they are struggling, and don't want to ask for help because it means admitting there's a problem. 
  • Fear. Many people struggle with a fear of losing control, especially as they get older. Mom or Dad may not want to ask for help for fear that this will "open the floodgates," taking them further away from being in control of the situation. 
  • Confusion. Some loved ones may not even realize how much help they truly need. This is especially true for any seniors struggling with memory disorders such as Alzheimer's or dementia. They may need prompting or support to even realize there's a problem. 

3 Strategies to Discuss Elderly Assistance in Portland

When you're approaching the subject of elderly assistance, here are three strategies that can help families in the Portland area: 

  • Talk it out. Having an open conversation can sometimes make it easier for your loved one to express their specific concerns. With Visiting Angels Portland, we work with families to answer any questions or worries you might have about elderly assistance in Portland. 
  • Give them the choice. For as long as possible, it's important to make sure that your loved one feels like they're in control of the situation. Prepare their options, but let them make the choice. With our home care agency, your loved one can even have final say on their preferred caregiver.
  • Start slow. Unfamiliar situations can be daunting, so start your loved one off with a weekly visit from a caregiver. That gives your family member a chance to get comfortable with their caregiver and realize what a help they can be. With Visiting Angels Portland, we can easily increase their schedule of care whenever it's needed.  

With help from Visiting Angels Portland, you can get your loved one the help they need. Contact us today to schedule a consultation for elderly assistance in Portland.

Serving Portland, West Portland, Southeast Portland, & Beaverton

Visiting Angels PORTLAND, OR
2365 SW Cedar Hills Blvd
Portland, OR 97225
Phone: 503-297-7000
Fax: 503-297-7025

Serving Portland, West Portland, Southeast Portland, & Beaverton

Visiting Angels PORTLAND, OR
2365 SW Cedar Hills Blvd
Portland, OR 97225
Phone: 503-297-7000
Fax: 503-297-7025