Seniors are at high risk for isolation and loneliness, which can lead to depression. However, making your senior parent smile and feel loved is easier than you might think. All it takes is a few random acts of kindness to let him or her know how much you care. The staff at Anchorage Home Care Assistance has a few simple suggestions to bring more happiness into your loved one’s life.
Stop by for a Visit
If it has been a while since the last time you visited your loved one, stop by for a surprise visit. Bring a few snacks and a movie along with you or just sit and talk for a while. Your loved one will surely enjoy the company and the quality time spent together. If your loved one lives too far for you to visit, try to call every few days to check on him or her.
Help with Chores
As seniors age, it becomes more difficult for them to do work around the house. Don’t wait until your loved one asks you to help with chores. Volunteer to come by to mow the lawn, weed the garden, or do the laundry so your loved one has a chance to relax.
Assist with Personal Care
Arthritis can make washing and drying hair difficult, and most people can’t cut their own hair regardless of age. A special trip to the barber or salon on a bi-monthly basis can help keep your loved one’s hair in good shape. Be sure to allow your loved one to choose the style and cut because this can help him or her maintain a sense of dignity and independence. If your loved one needs regular assistance with bathing and grooming, consider hiring an hourly or live-in home caregiver Anchorage seniors can count on.
Go Shopping
Many seniors cannot drive due to impaired vision or other age-related ailments. They have to rely on taxis, senior citizen transportation services, or family members. This makes getting what they need from the store difficult unless they have someone to take them. Consider giving your loved one a call when you are headed to the store to see if he or she needs anything, or ask if he or she wants to come along with you. Professional caregivers in Anchorage, AK, can also provide transportation for your loved one whenever he or she needs it.
Make sure your loved one has the support he or she needs to maintain happiness and a high quality of life by reaching out to Home Care Assistance, Our respite and 24-hour caregivers can provide transportation and companionship and assist with tasks like grooming, cooking, and light housekeeping. For more information on the home care Anchorage, AK, families trust, call one of our friendly Care Managers at (907) 770-0907 to schedule a complimentary consultation.