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Signs Your Loved One in Springfield MA Might Need Home Care

Provider of home care in Springfield MA with elderly patient

When you visit your loved one in Springfield MA to enjoy the holidays together, don’t forget to do a quick check-in to see whether they are in need of external support from a home care services provider. Many elderly adults refrain from asking for help when they need it most, whether out of embarrassment or fear that they will lose their independence. Take the time to assess how your loved one is managing with some important aspects of day-to-day life so that you can have peace of mind that they are safe and comfortable. If you do realize that it’s time to get started with home care, you can count on Visiting Angels® West Springfield MA to offer personalized support. Our care services are available for seniors in Springfield MA, Wilbraham, Ludlow, Southwick, Southampton, East Longmeadow, Longmeadow, and other communities in Western Massachusetts.

Is it Time for Home Care? Checking in on Your Loved One in Springfield MA

Some behaviors and changes in abilities can be red flags that your loved one is in need of home care from Visiting Angels West Springfield MA:

  • Poor hygiene. Unwashed hair, an unpleasant body odor, and bad breath can all be signs that your loved one is neglecting their hygiene and could benefit from professional assistance with their personal care routine.
  • Physical issues. Have unusual bruises or an unexplained limp caught your eye? Physical changes like these may indicate mobility issues in elderly adults that could affect their day-to-day activities and may even pose a fall risk.
  • Neglected housekeeping. Dirty laundry on the floor, clutter, spoiled food, and piles of unwashed dishes create a home environment that’s difficult to navigate and often indicate some underlying physical or mental issues.
  • Changes in mental status. Bouts of forgetfulness aren’t just irritating. They can also lead to forgetting to take medications, pay bills, or turn the stove off. Other changes like intense mood swings and confusion during once-familiar activities should also be noted.

If you notice any of the above behaviors during your holiday visit, it may be time to introduce the idea of home care. Call Visiting Angels West Springfield MA today to set up a free care consultation at your loved one’s home in Springfield MA, Wilbraham, Ludlow, Southwick, Southampton, East Longmeadow, Longmeadow, East, or a nearby town in the Western Massachusetts area.

Serving West Springfield, Springfield, Westfield, Longmeadow, East Longmeadow, Wilbraham, and Hampden County, MA

Visiting Angels WEST SPRINGFIELD, MA
33 Westfield St. #1
West Springfield, MA 01089
Phone: 413-733-6900
Fax: 413-733-4600

Serving West Springfield, Springfield, Westfield, Longmeadow, East Longmeadow, Wilbraham, and Hampden County, MA

Visiting Angels WEST SPRINGFIELD, MA
33 Westfield St. #1
West Springfield, MA 01089
Phone: 413-733-6900
Fax: 413-733-4600