In-Home Care Provides a Vital Gift For Independent Living

Quality of life for anyone of any age is a critical part of positive mental and physical health.  For those in their elder years, living independently, and continuing their routines in their own homes and communities becomes even more important to maintaining their identity and a sense of self-worth. 

However, some routine daily tasks and responsibilities may become overwhelming for a senior. In their younger days, one would take for granted the ability to prepare meals, do the laundry or clean the kitchen.  To an elderly person, with perhaps some physical limitations or mental disabilities, these tasks are daunting and overwhelming. 

Seniors may also need supervision or assistance monitoring their diet or remembering to take their medications. Tasks like getting dressed, and basic grooming and hygiene can also be challenging for an elderly person, but can be accomplished with assistance.

In-home caregivers offer a great support for families who want to help their loved one to better enjoy the comfort of their own home. Doing so provides a quality of life booster for the individual, and contributes to the overall morale of the entire family.  

 In-home care – full or part time - provides a vital Gift For safe, happy, independent living. In-home care may include but is not limited to :   

Ø  Meal Preparation

Ø  Errands and Shopping

Ø  Light Housekeeping and Laundry

Ø  Taking care of pets

Ø  Personal Grooming, Dressing and Toileting

Ø  Incidental Transportation ( i.e. for appointment)

Ø  Medication Reminders

Ø  Pleasant, Social Companionship

Give the gift of independence to your loved one. With nine locations throughout Connecticut, Visiting Angels Homecare Service offers a viable option to a nursing home or assisted living facility.  Working closely with each client, and making every effort to match personalities and compatibility with your loved one, Visiting Angels creates a personalized Individual Care Plan customized to your specific needs.  Only  then are the most qualified, experienced, and nurturing caregivers introduced to you, allowing you to interview and select the individual that best fits your life style. 

George Germano is the Director of Visiting Angels for Greater New Haven County, serving Woodbridge, Orange, Bethany, Cheshire, Milford, WestHaven, NewHaven, North Haven, EastHaven , Branford, Hamden, Prospect, Ansonia, and Seymour. 

For more information about all Visiting Angels services, visitwww.VisitingAngels.com. To speak with your local office, call George Germano at 203-298-9700.