Personal Home Care in Scarborough, ME, and the Surrounding Area
Let Comfort Keepers caregivers help your loved one look and feel their best
In our line of work, it is almost impossible to meet a senior who does not enjoy living independently at home, even when challenges of aging significantly diminish their ability to perform simple, everyday tasks. As many older adults are strong-willed and passionate about aging in place, Comfort Keepers is firmly dedicated to helping them achieve that goal. One way we do this is through our home care services.
Call us today at (207) 900-2645 to learn how Comfort Keepers can help your loved one live safely and comfortably at home.
What is Personal Home Care?
In simple terms, personal home care is a broad term commonly used in the caregiving industry to describe all types of support geared toward maintaining personal hygiene and other activities of daily living, such as dressing, grooming, and toileting.
The level of assistance is determined by the elderly person's age or vitality, and whether they may be unable to perform these tasks safely or single-handedly. It can range from standby monitoring to full care, and everything in between, depending on your loved one’s specific situation and needs.
In addition to basic hygiene assistance, personal home care plans often include services like meal prep & feeding a special diet, toileting, incontinence care, transferring and positioning, and more. For instance, if your parent is diagnosed with dementia, we will provide personal care by their condition or symptoms and include memory care in their customized care plan. The same goes if your loved one is prone to falls – we can run fall risk assessments and minimize fall risks in your loved one’s home, or tailor our care to address any other issues they might be struggling with.
What to Expect from Personal Care?
At Comfort Keepers Home Care in Scarborough, our home care aides are on a mission to elevate your loved one’s quality of life. This not only involves assisting with numerous routines to promote comfort and overall health, but also helping your Mom or Dad feel good about themselves and how they look. It is about minimizing discomfort or embarrassment while boosting their self-esteem and emotional well-being. Our respectful, trained caregivers can provide dignified assistance with:
- Bathing or showering
- Getting dressed/undressed
- Hairstyling
- Brushing teeth or cleaning dentures
- Applying makeup for Mom
- Shaving for Mad
- And much more
Contact Us Today
Learn more about the benefits of personal home care services and schedule your free care consultation with our friendly client coordinators to get started.
Call us today at (207) 900-2645 to learn how Comfort Keepers can help your loved one live safely and comfortably at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is personal care for seniors?
Personal care provides hands-on assistance with everyday activities that may become more difficult as a person ages. Depending on individual needs, support may include bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, and other daily routines.
What personal care services does Comfort Keepers provide in Scarborough, ME?
Comfort Keepers can provide personalized assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, incontinence care, transferring, and positioning. Services are tailored to each client's abilities, preferences, and care needs.
Can a personal caregiver help with bathing and dressing?
Yes. Caregivers can provide respectful assistance with bathing, showering, dressing, grooming, and other personal hygiene routines. Support is provided with an emphasis on maintaining the individual's privacy, dignity, and independence.
Can personal care help seniors who have difficulty moving around?
Personal care can include assistance with mobility-related activities, such as transferring, positioning, and moving safely around the home. Caregivers can provide support according to the individual's abilities and established care plan.
Does personal care include assistance with incontinence?
Yes. Depending on the care plan, caregivers may assist with incontinence care and related personal hygiene needs. This support can help seniors maintain comfort, cleanliness, and dignity at home.
Can personal care be provided alongside companionship?
Yes. Personal care can be combined with companionship and other in-home services. A caregiver may assist with personal routines while also providing conversation, social interaction, and support with activities the senior enjoys.
Can personal care services change as a senior's needs change?
Personal care plans can be adapted as an individual's circumstances and daily needs change. Discussing changes with the care team can help ensure the level and type of assistance remain appropriate for the senior.
How can I arrange personal care for a loved one in Scarborough, ME?
Families can contact Comfort Keepers in Scarborough to discuss their loved one's needs and learn about available personal care options. A consultation can help identify appropriate services and develop a personalized approach to care at home.
