It’s important for Elderly and Senior individuals to have activities that they are passionate about and give them a sense of purpose in life. Some activities are more dangerous than others, such as gardening vs. using power tools, which poses a problem.
A difficult decision caregivers must oftentimes make is when to say ‘stop’ if they see danger in a situation that can cause potential risk in an Elder’s activity. Recent studies suggest that perhaps instead of banning the activity, it would be better to add as many safeguards around the activity as possible because activities give them a purpose in life. “I’d be very, very careful about taking away hobbies or tasks that help people feel useful. They just might die because they feel no reason to live.” Though slightly exaggerated, that quote has some truth to it.
At A-1 Home Care, we offer experienced and compassionate caregivers, nurse aides, and companions who can assist with day to day living and companionship for your loved one. Our caregivers can participate in activities that your loved one enjoys on a 24 hour live-in basis or hourly part-time basis. We can also assist with personal care duties such as medication reminders, healthy meal preparation, and personal hygiene & grooming.
Our non-medical homecare agency has been in business since 1991 with an A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau and Shield Accreditation. We serve the communities of Cerritos, La Mirada, Cypress, Lakewood, Seal Beach, Los Alamitos, Long Beach, and others in Los Angeles and Orange County. We specialize in Elder Care services such as Alzheimer’s Care, Parkinson’s Care,Post Stroke Care, and Hospice Care.
To hire a compatible caregiver in your area, call us at 562 929 8400. Or visit us at Cerritos In Home Care!