Should I Hire an In-Home Caregiver? 4 Considerations

As more Northern Virginia seniors decide to age at home, more and more families are wondering when it will be the right time to hire an in-home caregiver for their loved ones. Today’s options for in-home caregivers are much more flexible and can provide just the right amount of assistance, care and companionship that helps your loved one stay at home, healthy and happy, for a longer period of time.

Go through the following 4 considerations as a guide to help you decide when it’s the right time to hire an in-home caregiver:

1. Daily Living Difficulties

Is your senior loved one showing signs of having a hard time with fine or gross motor skills they used to do easily? Are they struggling to button shirts, do basic house work or cook for themselves? In this case, hiring an in-home caregiver for a few hours a day or a week to assist with these difficulties can make a huge difference. The benefits of an in-home caregiver include assistance with things like cooking, light housework, dressing and other tasks.

2. Mobility Issues

Is it harder for your loved one to get around the house than it used to be? Are there stairways or other in-home features that cause you to worry about safety? An in-home caregiver can help your loved one around these mobility issues and may suggest that our in-home occupational therapist come in to evaluate ways to make the home more mobility-friendly and safe.

3. Cleanliness and Hygiene Clues

Do they struggle to keep their living space clean or has their typical level of organization and cleanliness suffered in recent months? Have plants been watered or do dishes stay in the sink for days? Are they taking care of their personal hygiene needs sufficiently? If these are becoming problems, then hiring an in-home caregiver can really help with these issues.

4. Memory and Cognitive Problems

Has your loved one been forgetting appointments, bills or other important dates that they used to keep with ease? A fully-vetted, professional Northern Virginia in-home caregiver can help your loved one manage his or her schedule, get to and set important appointments, remind them when to take their medicines, etc.

Our compassionate, skilled in-home caregivers can improve your senior loved one’s quality of life significantly, ensuring that their safety and health are being taken care of. Whether they need just a few hours a week or several hours a day, contact At Home Personal Care to discuss your needs and we can help you come up with an in-home caregiver plan that fits his or her needs: (703) 330-2323.