If you can’t provide your senior with regular care, it’s important to find a trustworthy social worker who can. Many specialize in helping individuals 65 and older live independent, safe lives. In Cincinnati, OH, families trust the compassionate team at Mount Washington Care Center to address the needs of their aging loved ones. For 34 years, the local nursing facility has been providing seniors with a broad range of elderly care services.

Below, the staff at Mount Washington Care Center shares three ways social workers will help your senior:

• Assist With Programs & Services: One of a senior social worker’s job responsibilities is to stay up-to-date on all public and private programs designed to help the elderly. They’ll let your senior know what programs they qualify for, including elderly care, food delivery, transportation, and community services. They’ll help with the applications, too.
• Provide Counseling: Mobility problems, depressions, and dementia are just a few issues that affect seniors. A geriatric social worker will help your loved one address these concerns. If around-the-clock assistance is required, they will help your senior adjust to the idea of long-term care.
• Protect From Fraud: Senior citizens often fall victim to prescription drug, funeral planning, and healthcare scams; fake investment opportunities; and Internet schemes. A social worker will protect your loved one from these threats and help them obtain legal services if needed.

If you need qualified professionals to help your loved one, the team at Mount Washington Care Center is standing by to assist. Licensed social workers are available to discuss senior needs with facility residents and their families. The team also provides hospice care, 24-hour nursing, rehabilitation services, and tips to help your senior adjust to a nursing home environment. 

To learn more about elderly care options available in Cincinnati, call (513) 231-4561 to speak with a friendly staff member. Visit Mount Washington Care Center online for a list of upcoming activities. Like them on Facebook for updated news and announcements.