Senior Care Requests Rise After Holiday Visits
Courtesy of Juniper Glen Memory Care Assisted Living
NewsUSA - For adult children with aging parents, spending time together around the holidays can highlight changes in lifestyle or behavior indicating that a loved one requires assistance. For those who provide senior care, the weeks following the holidays are the busiest, as families seek care for aging loved ones. In fact, there is typically a 42 percent rise in service inquiries from December to March.
Families spending time with aging loved ones should consider these factors when deciding if it’s time to seek additional help.
* Mood. Was a loved one acting different around the holidays? Was he or she less talkative or more emotional?
* Physical appearance. Did mom or dad lose a significant amount of weight? Are they keeping up with personal hygiene?
* Social routine. Did an aging relative show a lack of interest in making plans and getting out and about?
* Homelife. During your visit, was their home clean and orderly? Have they fallen behind on bills, refilling medications, or housework?
* Food options. Did your loved ones have nutritious food at home, or was the refrigerator empty because they can't make it to the grocery store?
For local senior care assistance, visit Erie County’s Department of Senior Services at https://www3.erie.gov/seniorservices. For many older adults, help with everyday tasks such as meals, activities, housekeeping, and medications can allow them to stay safe and healthy at home. For others who require a higher level of memory care, learn more at www.juniperglenret.com, or call 716-428-5399.