How To Age Well
Ageing can bring problems for both individuals and their families. For our loved ones, it can be worrisome because they believe they will lose their independence if they are no longer able to do what they used to be able to do. It can also be worrisome for the family because they can no longer be there when their loved one needs them.
Sorted Healthcare’s mission is to help the UK population age properly by enabling seniors to receive quality, dignified care at home, regardless of their circumstances.
How to manage the ageing population.
As your parent gets older, you may notice some odd behavioural changes. They may miss appointments, eat or drink less often, take longer to go grocery shopping, or their vision and hearing may be declining. These common signs of ageing may indicate that you need more help around the house.
This conversation may be difficult, as your loved one may see it as the first step toward losing their independence. However, it is critical to talk about treatment sooner rather than later to preserve your alternatives. By listening to your parent and explaining that you want to help them continue to do the activities they enjoy, you should be able to find the best solution for everyone involved.
If you are worried that a loved one is starting to forget things too often, read our article on how to recognise the symptoms of dementia.
How home care for the elderly can slow down the process
Most people equate caregiving with nursing homes and the loss of freedom. However, there is a way to receive respectful, professional elder care at home.
Some people have lived in the same home for decades, and it can be heartbreaking to move to a place that is unfamiliar and does not seem as welcoming. For dementia patients, moving can sometimes be disorienting.
If your loved one is having difficulty completing daily tasks, feels lonely or needs someone to accompany them to the grocery shop or doctor’s appointments, they do not have to leave home or go to a nursing facility. They just need someone they can rely on to care for them when they need it. And that’s exactly what Sorted Healthcare offers. Our caring, courteous caregivers provide personalised, adaptive and dignified care for the elderly.
We have found that assisting the elderly at home can help prevent accidents and delay the need to move out of the home. Our caregivers build a close relationship with the people they visit, allowing them to identify changes in behaviour and take the necessary steps to prevent them from getting worse.