If you need to take care of an elderly loved one, it is likely that you are going to have questions about the care that they need. This is normal. There are many things that you should know about aging adults, especially if you need to care for them.

What are the common challenges elderly adults face?

Caregiver Sugar Land, TX: Senior Care Questions

With aging, there are going to be some normal challenges that elderly adults face. This is something, you as the family caregiver, should know about. One of the biggest risks that elderly adults face is falling. It is important to make sure their home is safe, to prevent as many falls as you can. This is something you and their caregivers can help with. Temporary illnesses and injuries are other common challenges that many elderly adults will face. They might have to visit the hospital for these issues. Lastly, there are many progressive diseases, such as dementia, that your elderly loved one might face. Knowing more about these issues can help you to better care for your elderly loved one.

Who should be making the decisions about your loved one’s care?

This can be a difficult question, especially if there are many people involved. Oftentimes, siblings will argue over who should care for their parent. It is important to set boundaries and plans into place. Have a discussion with the other family members to see who is going to take care of what aspects of your loved one’s life. From there, you, other family members, and caregivers, can all divide up the help that your elderly loved one needs.

How much help does your elderly loved one need?

Figuring out how much help your elderly loved one needs can be tough. They might need help with their doctor’s appointments, cleaning their home, eating, bathing, getting up and moving around, and many other things. It is important to pay attention to the needs of your elderly loved one and offer them the help they need, as they need it.

Does your elderly loved one need extra services?

Many family caregivers aren’t quite sure if their loved one needs extra services, besides what they can provide for them. This can be a tough decision, as well. However, if you are feeling overwhelmed or you and other loved ones just can’t seem to balance out all the help that your loved one needs, then they probably need extra services.

These are some of the common questions that you might need to answer about the care of your elderly loved one. Ultimately, the point is to just provide your loved one with the care that they need, in any way possible.

If you or an aging loved one are considering a Caregiver in Sugar Land, TX, contact the caring staff at Personal Caregiving Services at 832-564-0338. Providing Care in Houston, Bellaire, West University Place, Katy, and Sugar Land and the surrounding areas.

Sources

https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/seniorcare/faqs.htm

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Sid Gerber

Founding Partner at S. Gerber and Associates & Personal Caregiving Services

Sid Gerber is a founding partner of S. Gerber & Associates, a firm representing over 28 years of experience specializing in a broad range of long term care products and services including but not limited to care assessment, planning and management, care coordination, in-home caregiving services, quality assurance monitoring, and the securing of financial independence and asset protection utilizing insurance products from major carriers to pay for long-term care. Mr. Gerber helps family members make difficult long-term care decisions and provides them with the necessary education and resources to plan and manage their long-term health care and financial needs.

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