4 Ways to Improve Care for Bedridden Seniors

Being bedridden can be lonely, frustrating, uncomfortable and stressful. If you’re caring for a bedridden loved one, the same is true. At Home Personal Care understands and can help improve the quality of life for the patient and family caregivers.

Northern Virginia Home Care for Bedridden Seniors

If you have a loved one who needs constant care, don’t try to do it alone. A professional home care agency like At Home Personal Care can make life better with the following services

1. Hygiene While on Bedrest

Toileting, clothing changes, bathing, diapering, shaving, hair care, teeth brushing—these are all activities necessary to keeping your loved one as healthy and comfortable as possible, but it can be a major undertaking. Home care professionals can make these activities easier.

2. Change Bedding Regularly

For comfort and hygiene reasons, it’s important to change the bedding on a regular basis. A home care professional can help navigate this difficult process.

3. Comfort Adjustments

Depending on your loved one’s ability to move into different positions, it may be necessary to help with position changes to prevent back pain, bed sores and stiffness. At Home Personal Care’s home care team also works with doctors and therapists to help your loved ones with stretches and massage that can relieve stiffness and improve circulation.

4. Someone to Talk With

Loneliness, depression, anxiety and other mental health issues can afflict those who are bedridden and their caregivers. At Home Personal care’s senior care professionals are here to listen. We get it, and we can help lighten burdens and hearts at the same time.

Contact At Home Personal Care’s professional home care team at (703) 330-2323 for help and understanding.