Improved health care, sanitation advances, immunizations, clean water and good nutrition have all contributed to a longer life span for humans. But most people want more than just a longer life; they want a great quality of life. In-home care is one of the ways you can help your loved one enjoy all of their years.
Let’s take a look at in-home care and then discuss three other ways you can improve the quality of life for your loved one:
In-Home Care: Older family members or those with a disability may be thriving overall but struggle to manage complex medication schedules. They may have limited mobility or find that all the aspects of housecleaning or meal preparation have become too challenging.
In-home care allows your loved one to remain in their home while receiving assistance that equips them for a better quality of life and keeping them safe. From grooming and toileting tasks to catheter or ostomy care, feeding tube assistance and other personal care, these types of help may significantly improve the quality of life for your loved one.
Spending Time Outdoors: Whether it’s a walk in the park or simply sitting by a window, a change of scenery and the enjoyment of nature is beneficial to your loved one. You might stroll the local botanical gardens, take a train ride at the local zoo or even just a drive through the county park.
Give to Others: One of the best ways to improve the quality of life for your loved one is by assisting them in giving to others. If they have a skill like knitting or crocheting or if they like to do small repairs, try to find ways for them to offer their talents to a charity or a family member. They might enjoy other ways of showing care, such as having fish or tending houseplants.
Cultivate Social Connections: Keeping your loved on connected to others is important. They may enjoy greeting neighbors with a walk around the block or meeting a family member at a coffee shop. Your loved one might also like to have a dog or cat pay a visit, and many pet owners would be happy to lend their furry friend.
Providing for your loved one’s physical needs may feel like the first hurdle in helping them achieve a good quality of life. And with in-home care from Comfort of Home Healthcare, you can begin introducing other enjoyable activities, such as time outside or a connection with a friend. Contact us today to get started.