Many seniors living alone would probably appreciate having someone to talk to. They may also experience loneliness or find it difficult to complete daily tasks alone. Fortunately, having someone regularly in the house can help alleviate these problems.
Assisting Hands West Houston’s caregivers can offer companionship services to your loved one. Through adequate training, we ensure the clients never feel lonely or helpless.
Help with Everyday Activities
Everyday activities, such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, bathing or dressing, can be challenging for seniors. This is especially true for those experiencing a decline in cognitive or physical abilities. Through Assisting Hands West Houston’s companionship services, we can help ensure that your loved one isn’t neglecting their personal cleanliness. For example, our caregivers can help dust furniture, assist with meal preparation and clean up, guarantee the client reaches the toilet safely, and much more.
If the senior has errands that require them to leave the home, our caregivers can either handle them on their behalf or accompany your loved one. Errands could include grocery shopping, replenishing medication and going to the post office.
Recreational Activities
Our caregivers’ role is to befriend your loved one and become genuine companions. If your loved one enjoys activities like watching movies or listening to music, they can join in. They can also participate in recreational activities that seniors enjoy and involve more than one person, like board games and card games.
If the senior wants to go outside for a walk, our companions will tag along to keep them safe. A walk to the park does wonders for combating feelings of isolation and loneliness. They can even have a picnic outside and plan to watch the sunset together.
If your loved one has any specific hobbies they’d love our caregivers to be involved in, we’re more than happy to accommodate as much as possible. We are also able to assist with taking care of pets.
Reminders for Personal Care
Occasionally, seniors may overlook self-care tasks like brushing their teeth or showering. We’ll assist with maintaining their cleanliness and personal hygiene to keep them healthy.
Personal care isn’t only for health reasons. Feeling clean and comfortable is a significant morale boost, and it can help your loved one feel like a new person. Let us help them feel their best all the time.
Benefits of Companionship
Some seniors value their independence, which is a valid feeling, but there are times when assistance is necessary. Trained companions with professional training can keep them safe while also offering emotional support and friendship. Many seniors have stories or feelings they wish to let out, and our companions can be listening ears.
While it’s beneficial to visit your loved ones often, it may not be realistic due to work or living far away from them. We’ll take care of them so you don’t have to worry about leaving them home alone. You can focus on your work and only visit when you have time to do so.
The risks of living at home without companions increase as people age. If they can’t call for help after suffering a fall or sudden bout of illness, their condition can deteriorate. Hiring a caregiver to stay with your loved one can reduce or even eliminate these risks.
Assisting Hands West Houston Can Assist with Companionship
Assisting Hands West Houston can help. Our caregivers are trained, licensed, and insured. They can provide the care your loved one needs and befriend them simultaneously. Call us at (281) 369-5858 or message us by clicking on the chat box on the right.
