Many seniors want to retain their independence by aging at home. However, if they have certain health conditions, they might have difficulty cleaning up or making their own meals. If someone you love is in this situation, home health aides provide the support they need to live comfortably and safely. To help you care for your loved one, here’s more information about how these providers take care of their patients.

What Home Health Aides Do

Household Chores

For those with mobility issues or conditions like arthritis, basic household chores can prove difficult. Many home health aides provide basic housekeeping services, including sweeping, dusting, and tidying up. This ensures that seniors have a clean, safe environment to live in, even if they’re unable to run the vacuum or do the dishes themselves.

Companionship

Seniors are especially vulnerable to social isolation, which can lead to both mental and physical health issues, such as depression and strokes. Many home health aides are trained to provide the companionship seniors crave, whether it’s taking a walk through the park, going for a swim, or simply talking about their day.

Basic Health Services

Home health aides are often registered nurses, allowing them to care for patients with chronic health issues at home. In addition to administering medications, they may also prepare healthy meals and take care of elders who’ve come down with a cold. Some might accompany their patients to their doctor’s appointments and monitor the progression of their medical conditions. They will also encourage the senior to keep up healthy habits, such as staying active through low-intensity activities like gardening. 

Nurse Next Door Arlington South makes it possible for Texas seniors to age gracefully in their own homes. They serve Mansfield, Arlington, Pantego, Irving, Downtown Mesquite, and Dalworthington Gardens, TX. Their home health aides receive some of the best training in the industry, giving them the ability to provide the best care possible for seniors throughout the area. Visit their website to learn how they can help, or call (817) 608-7322 to discuss your needs.