In most people’s lives there might come a time when you or someone close to you, such as a close friend or family member, needs a bit of extra help around the home. It is widely regarded as a good practice to allow older relatives to continue living in their own homes for as long as possible. The comfort and reassurance of being in familiar surrounds, with fond memories is far better than being relocated, late in life, to a care home or similar facility. As well as the upheaval being stressful, the new environment, neighbours, and ways of doing things will need to be adjusted to, and frankly the whole process can prove be too much for some.
Fortunately, if you or a loved one is in need of valued elderly home care Brisbane residents have an abundance of specialist providers who focus on putting relationships first. With the emphasis on enhancing and sustaining time spent in the home, and in relationships with family and friends, many of these providers will help wherever required to maintain the person’s independence, to support their needs, to protect their dignity and most importantly to respect their needs.
In the western world, as much as anyone elderly persons should be able to remain in their own homes, living independently and safely. The wealth of specialist care providers in the Brisbane region will offer a complete range of care services which can be customised to suit the needs of the individual. If you have concerns about someone in your family, or a close friend, who may be struggling to safely live at home and look after themselves, then its probably a good time to pick up the phone and speak to one of these care services.
There are of course many reasons why someone might require assistance in the home, and it isn’t always on a permanent basis. Sometimes, elderly people who have spent time in hospital are prime candidates for support services, albeit on a short-term basis. Equally, if you are a carer for an older family member and you need a break from duty, maybe because you have to travel interstate with work, or perhaps you have a holiday planned and need someone to fill in for you while you’re away, or maybe you’re just tired and need a break.
Care services can constitute literally anything. Some of the more obvious requirements can include things like help with the weekly shopping, or maybe cooking and cleaning. Transportation is a popular service requirement, especially when elderly people might no longer be able to drive, even if it’s simply due to visual impairment. Anything means anything, and from the personal (help with medications, personally hygiene and toileting) to help with the laundry, gardening, or sometimes even just a bit of mateship, most requests are possible.
If any of this sounds familiar to you, and you are concerned that a friend or family member is struggling to manage in their own home, it might be some relief to know that in-home care services are available for the elderly, and assistance is often just a phone call away.
