Many Americans have loved ones that require assistance in their day to day lives. Fortunately, there are options so they can age in place instead of moving to assisted or senior living facilities. Home care is a service where professional, trained caregivers help seniors with daily living tasks in their own homes.

4 Benefits of Home Care

1. Safety

Many seniors want to live at home for as long as possible, but tasks like bathing and cooking may pose a safety hazard to them when done alone. At-home caregivers will ensure they do not slip and fall in the shower while maintaining their hygiene. And if your loved one requires light meal preparation, the caregiver will cook for them so there’s no possibility of a stove being left on and forgotten. 

2. Flexibility

For seniors who do not need round-the-clock care, this is the ideal solution. You can contract the agency for the type and frequency of care that is needed, even if that changes month to month. There is no commitment to a contract or one particular caregiver. You and your family have complete flexibility.

3. Respite for Family

While family members may want to do everything for their aging loved one, this may not be possible or practical due to geographical distance, work schedules, and other obligations. A home care provider can fill in where the family needs assistance. Even if you are the primary carer for an elderly relative, everyone needs time off, and home care is the perfect respite solution.

4. Transportation

A home care service provides transportation for your loved one to appointments, the grocery store, or elsewhere. No need to figure out the logistics of taxis, public transportation, or ride services. Relatives will get where they need to go on time and with the ultimate convenience.

These= benefits are just a few of the ways that home care can help seniors. Total Life Care, Inc serves the Sanford and Dunn, NC, communities as a solution for in-home senior care. They provide companionship, daily care assistance, and lifestyle help and can assist with most non-medical care issues. Call (919) 776-0352 to start the intake process or visit the website to learn more about their extensive services.