Home care helps to keep things safe
There are certain situations where a care home is the right solution for a family member. But very often, care in the home is all someone needs to be able to enjoy their daily life. Home care also helps to keep things safe when it comes to their personal possessions.
One of the biggest concerns people have about family members moving into a care home is the risk of them losing important items. Unfortunately, it’s very common for things to go missing such as clothing, glasses, hearing aids and even false teeth. The loss of essential items can be problematic, affecting someone’s dignity, quality of life and independence.
The impact of possessions going missing
Losing a hearing aid or a pair of glasses can make it difficult to communicate with others, read or watch TV. This also impacts on how well people can safely navigate around their care home. Losing dentures or other dental work will make it challenging to eat. Even when families label their loved one’s clothing, items often get mixed up after a laundry session. When someone is suffering with dementia, they might not remember which items are theirs.
While care homes often take precautions to prevent loss or damage to residents’ belongings, incidents can and do happen. Misplacing or losing items is not uncommon, and even with the best intentions, staff may not always be able to keep track of everyone’s belongings.
Care in the home keeps possessions safe
By receiving care in their own home, you can rest assured that your loved one’s important possessions are safe and secure. From a dignity perspective, this provides comfort and reassurance for the person being cared for. If they suffer with dementia or a condition that affects their memory, you and the carer can agree certain locations to keep important items.
Home care has many other benefits too. People can maintain their independence and privacy. By continuing to live in familiar surroundings, they will be surrounded by cherished possessions and memories. This can help your loved one to maintain important social connections with friends and neighbours, and they can continue to participate in local activities. Most importantly of all, they can engage with the world on their own terms.
Hourly home care services can be tailored to your loved one’s needs, giving families greater flexibility and much-needed respite from caring responsibilities. Carers can visit when they’re needed at a time to suit family members. Ultimately, the decision of whether to receive care in the home or to move into a care home is a personal one. This will depend on someone’s preferences, medical and other care needs, so always weigh up the pros and cons.
Promedica24 provides an hourly home care service in the Blaby and Lutterworth areas of South Leicestershire. Your loved one will have a dedicated carer, who can help with housework, shopping, and much more including accompanying them to appointments. You can choose between 30-minute, 45-minute, 1-hour visits, and more.
For more details, please email Lisa Colver: L.Colver@promedica24.co.uk
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