Aging is a process. One that is unique to each individual. As a loved one, we may notice our beloved senior has started to change and grow towards needing more assistance. At first, our senior may need help for big projects around the home like yard work or home maintenance, but as time progresses, the necessary assistance falls in line with everyday chores for our senior. Laundry, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning becomes too much at a certain point. Forgetfulness may occur. Bills may go unpaid. Our senior needs help maintaining the household and themselves. There are signs that our senior is ready for more help. Do you know the signs? Here are some signs to notice:
Lack of Household Maintenance
- Yard and outdoor house projects are not getting done
- Daily household routine cleaning has suffered
- House has become noticeably cluttered
- Managing bills and accounts has become difficult
Lack of Proper Hygiene and Care
- Daily grooming has changed or suffered
- Proper eating and good nutrition have worsened
- Lack of fresh produce in the house
- Ability to get to the grocery store to supply house with necessities has worsened
- Taking medications appropriately has become difficult
Unexplained damage
- Unexplained bruises could mean your senior has been falling
- Bumps, dents, and dings in the car may imply that driving is not safe anymore
Forgetfulness
- Missing important dates or appointments
- Confusion
General Health
- Noticeable change in mood
- Noticeable gained weight or loss of weight
- Change in attitude
All signs point to your loved senior needs help, so what do you do next? Start the conversation. Having an honest conversation will prevent from further injury or harm that could happen to your senior. This may not be an easy conversation to have, but it is a necessary one to protect their well-being.
Considering more help at home could mean considering Assisted Living. Check out Ginter Hall South. Our professionals can speak with you about your specific needs and concerns to offer guidance no matter if you elect to place your loved senior in our community or elsewhere. We are here to offer you information and support as you work through your personal decisions on which plan is best for you and your family. Contact one of our Senior Information Assistants at (804) 784-7770 or email us at caring@ginterhall.com to learn more about our community.