As our loved ones grow older and enter their twilight years, it can become difficult for them to take proper care of themselves, especially for those who live alone. Whether it’s a mental issue causing memory loss that can affect proper medication doses, or their body is becoming more frail and making falls more dangerous and more likely, or if their emotional needs simply cannot be met where they are living now, it’s important to examine options for skilled nursing services to make life as comfortable as possible for them.
Home Service
The first and least invasive level of care is that given in your loved ones own home. Whether it’s a service where someone stops by for a social call or takes them on a trip to run some errands, or a live-in on-call nurse to aid with medication and wound care, there’s a wide variety of care services that can take place without your loved one having to undergo the stress of relocation. Whether this is a permanent care option or a temporary solution, home service can be an excellent first step.
Assisted Living
For a person who needs to be monitored often but doesn’t need strict medical care such as feeding tubes or oxygen, an assisted living facility is a great way for them to join a tight-knit and loving community of similar people with similar needs. Our staff is specifically trained to meet the specific needs of your loved one’s health issues, whether they’re mental or physical. Touring these facilities is a good early step to finding if they’re the right fit for your loved one. Be sure to look for a facility that can easily be visited by friends and family as well.
Nursing Home
For those who need constant professional care and support, a nursing home can provide the comfort your loved one needs, as well as peace of mind for yourself knowing that they are receiving only the best medical care. Nursing homes are usually reserved for more intense cases, such as those where your loved one is bed bound or otherwise unable to care for themselves. Because moving to a nursing home can feel like a very large and final step, it might be best to consult a doctor to find out if a nursing home is the best choice to meet your loved one’s needs. Contact Capital City Nurses at 1-866-687-7307 to know more. You can also follow them on Twitter.
