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When we think of a home caregiver, often the first thing that comes to mind is someone helping with laundry, cooking or personal care. But one of the most important roles of a home caregiver is providing the social and emotional connection that helps with mental health, memory and overall well-being.
Since it’s summertime, we wanted to highlight some of the ways that home caregivers offer more than just the necessities – they provide fun, friendship and quality of life!
Take Me Out to the Ballgame!
Whether it’s a Phillies game or other sporting event, caregivers can help arrange the tickets and transportation so you or your loved one can settle in for a great game on a beautiful night. We always try our best to match our caregivers interests, so it’s even more enjoyable to boo the Phils together over some crab fries from Chickie’s and Pete’s.
Enjoy some live music
There are so many options in the summertime – whether it’s a band covering classic hits, some patriotic tunes for 4th of July parade, original jazz or classical pieces – the Philadelphia and New Jersey areas are always humming with music. Depending on you or your loved ones’ tastes and interests, a home caregiver could help you enjoy some free music in the park, or travel with you to your favorite venue for an evening of musical enjoyment.
Take in a show
Summer is the time the for blockbuster movies and popcorn! Or, perhaps a local play might be more up your alley. Whether it’s professional actors or your granddaughter’s recital, there’s no reason not to take advantage of the cultural opportunities in your community with a home caregiver by your side. They can help you find exciting shows to check out, take you there, enjoy it with you and come home to chat about it for days after.
Let’s Go Down the Shore
If your extended family is heading out on their annual week down the shore, on a cruise, or other vacation, you or your loved one can pack up your umbrella and sunglasses and join them – with your home caregiver. He/she can do everything they do at home, just in a different place. Don’t miss out on family memories. With some advance planning and your caregiver there to help, you can enjoy your travels.
This list is just the beginning – our caregivers’ goal is to improve quality of life – however that looks for you. Contact 5 Star Home Care for more information about how we can customize a plan for you or your loved one.
