Choosing In Home Care For Somerset County's Seniors

For most seniors, living at home is a priority as they age. It makes sense—they've spent their entire lives building routines they're comfortable, enjoying their neighborhood, and taking part in favorite pastimes. But sometimes our loved ones simply aren't equipped to continue living independently while also taking care of themselves. In these cases, it might be a good time to consider senior care, so they can still stay home, but with a little extra help. At Visiting Angels^® Somerset, we help families to understand the options for in home care in Somerset Township, Franklin Township, and Somerset County. 

Does Your Loved One in Somerset County Need In Home Care? 

How do you know if your loved one really needs in home care in Somerset County? Senior care is designed to help individuals who are having difficulty living on their own easily. Ultimately, it depends on what you, your family, and your loved one decide together. But here are some questions to ask yourself and your family: 

• Is your loved one taking their medication regularly? You can typically check pill bottles to see when their expiry dates are. You can also see if your loved one has been getting refills on schedule. 
• Is your loved one taking care of their physical appearance? You can sometimes tell by outside appearance if your loved one has been neglecting themselves, or if they've stopped performing hygiene tasks. 
• Is your loved one eating? You may notice a loss of appetite, or significant weight loss. Check their fridge to seed if old or rotten foods are piling up, or if they haven't taken out their garbage recently. 

How Somerset County's In Home Care Can Help Seniors 

Good home care is about being responsive to a senior's needs. For example, at Visiting Angels Somerset, we always carefully hand-pick a caregiver based on your loved one's schedule of care, their personality, and the type of care they require. We know that a good caregiver can bring a new level of in home care and support to Somerset County area seniors: 

• Encouraging activity. The benefits of physical activity are countless, from stimulating blood flow to improving mood and more. But it's hard for seniors to get out of the home, especially if they have mobility conditions. A caregiver can encourage physical activity on your loved one's terms. 
• Comforting companionship. A good in home care specialist in Somerset County can also provide lively conversation and companionship. This can be essential to seniors struggling with confusion, anxiety, or loneliness, especially those with Alzheimer's or other memory conditions.  

Visiting Angels Somerset can help you understand if senior care is the right choice for your loved one. To schedule a no-cost consultation, just call our Somerset County office and speak to one of our in home care representatives.