More seniors than ever want to continue living at home as they get older. But, your mom or dad may need extra help at home to keep them safe and healthy as they get older. Common age-related health problems like low vision, stiff joints, and impaired mobility can make a lot of household tasks difficult for seniors living at home. Elder care is a fantastic solution if your senior really wants to stay in their own home but you’re worried about their safety. With elder care your mom or dad will have the extra helping hands they need to do things like cook meals, wash clothes, and change linens.

Some of the ways that elder care can help your senior parent live safely and comfortably at home are:

Cooking and Preparing Meals

Proper nutrition is important for seniors, but preparing meals can be tiring and difficult, especially for those with arthritis, vision problems, or reduced strength.

Elder care providers can help by cooking healthy meals that your mom or dad will want to eat. Caregivers can also assist with meal planning, grocery shopping, and making sure your parent eats regularly.

Washing Dishes and Cleaning the Kitchen

After meals, cleaning up the kitchen can be physically painful for your mom or dad. Standing for long periods, bending over the sink, and scrubbing dishes can be exhausting.

Elder care providers help by washing dishes, wiping down countertops, and putting everything back in its place. They also clean up spills, take out the trash, and make sure the kitchen stays sanitary.

Sweeping and Mopping Floors

Keeping floors clean is important, but sweeping and mopping can be too much for your mom or dad if they have back pain, joint stiffness, or difficulty bending down.

Elder care providers can take care of cleaning the floors and make sure that floors are free of dust, dirt, and spills. Having someone handle these chores allows seniors to relax and enjoy their living space without worrying about household maintenance.

Doing Laundry and Changing Bed Linens

Laundry can be a very difficult task for seniors because it involves a lot of bending, reaching, and carrying heavy baskets up and down stairs.

Elder care providers can take care of the washing, drying, folding, and putting away clothes. They also change bed linens, making sure seniors always have fresh, clean sheets to sleep on. Keeping up with laundry will make your mom or dad more comfortable, prevent skin irritation, and lower the risk of infections that can come from wearing dirty clothes or sleeping in dirty sheets.

Providing Transportation to Appointments and Errands

When your mom or dad has to hang up their keys it can be tough for them to find transportation they’re comfortable with. An elder care provider can take your mom or dad to doctor’s appointments, pick up prescriptions, or take them shopping if they are able to get out of the house.

Your mom or dad will be a lot more comfortable going out when they have someone they trust driving them and have someone to help them navigate parking lots, stores, and medical facilities safely.

If you or an aging loved one are considering elder care in Coppell, TX, please contact the caring staff at Ray of Sunshine Senior Care today! (940) 310-3105

Caregivers Provide Senior Home Care Services in Denton, Lewisville, Gainesville, Keller, Grapevine, Coppell, Carrollton, Southlake, Valley View, Aubrey, Frisco, Corinth, Argyle, Roanoke, Counties: Denton County, Tarrant County, Collin County, and surrounding areas.

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Cynthia Ferris

Owner at Ray of Sunshine Senior Care

Cynthia has a long history of serving others. As she and her husband traveled the US and overseas while he served in the military, Cynthia worked in a variety of public service positions with city governments and non-profits. After her husband retired, they returned to the DFW area to be closer to family. As an only child, Cynthia was preparing to help care for her aging parents but was stunned when both parents were diagnosed with cancer.

At the same time, she and her husband were faced with the care of his father on the west coast which presented the unique challenges of long-distance care. These events led to a crash course in the senior care industry and her unending dedication to helping seniors and families in similar circumstances. When not working Cynthia enjoys cooking, gardening and traveling with a focus on visiting State and National Parks.

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