Senior Care is a Family Issue: Presented by Comfort Keepers Elderly Care at Home Services in Anchorage, Fairbanks, & Wasilla, AK 

Comfort Keepers' Elderly Care at Home Services in Anchorage, AK include access to an exciting new tool that allows instant access to care details 

Older adults often cope with physical and mental limitations, making it imperative for them to receive the guidance and support of their loved ones. Many of them find it challenging to express their wants, needs, and preferences and must have someone who has their best interests in mind to serve as their advocate. 

Even if your senior opts for elderly care at home, a nursing home, or assisted living services, you should make every effort to be involved in their daily life and care plan. You can get to know the caregivers that are responsible for assisting your senior loved one and inform them of your older loved one’s interests, hobbies, strengths, and weaknesses. By doing so, your senior’s caregivers are more likely to give them the customized level of care they deserve. 

It’s a good idea to schedule a family meeting so that everyone plays an active role in your senior’s level of care. You may want to dedicate one person to be the chief caregiver that can take charge of your senior loved one’s care. Please note that although the chief caregiver will play an active role in the older adult’s life, other family members should also help out the senior and visit them on a regular basis. 

When you and your family are trying to determine what type of elderly care at home is most appropriate for your older loved one, there are certain questions you should ask. Some of these questions include:

• How do I bring up a conversation about elderly care at home to my older loved one?
• How will the care be paid for?
• What senior care option makes the most sense for my senior’s particular situation? 
• Is there a family member who lives close and can help my senior at just about any moment?
• What are the different types of daily living activities and household chores that my older loved one needs help with?
• What are the types of senior care options available and what are the pros and cons of each? 

After taking the time to answer these questions, you are likely to come to a conclusion regarding the type of elderly care at home your senior needs. If you are still unsure, you can always contact your senior doctor to get a professional opinion. 

While selecting a senior care option can be tough, ensuring that family members are involved and really taking the time to understand all of the available options can help you make the very best choice for your loved one.