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Visiting elderly parents over the holidays? 25 clues they need help at home
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January 8, 2015In today’s culture, it’s become common for extended families to settle down far apart. The cost of travel makes it difficult to see elderly loved ones more than a few times a year, especially for those who need to fly a great distance.
Even if you talk every day by phone, many seniors will not share that they are struggling. They may fear the loss of their independence. It’s also possible that their health declined slowly over time and they aren’t aware of the changes.
Take advantage of your time at home over the holidays to make sure your aging parents and loved ones are safe and healthy at home. Here are 25 clues that may indicate their need for assistance around the home.
- Decline in grooming and personal hygiene
- Unexplained bruises or injuries
- Wearing the same clothes each day
- Weight changes
- Difficulty maintaining balance
- Trouble with mobility
- Change in behavior or personality
- Loss of interest in hobbies
- Forgetfulness
- Extreme drowsiness
- Difficulty with familiar tasks
Housekeeping Clues
- Dirty, cluttered surroundings
- Spoiled food in the refrigerator or pantry
- Dirty dishes piled up, or dirty dishes in the cupboards
- Food placed in the wrong place (ex: milk in the pantry)
- Lack of food
- Scorched or melted cookware
- Expired prescriptions
- Prescriptions that haven’t been taken or refilled
- Strong smell of urine
- New dents and scratches on the car
- Notices of missed appointments
- Second notices for unpaid bills
- Unopened mail
- Backlog of voicemail messages
If you observe some of these clues and want to learn more about home care services, contact 5 Star Home Care. We can provide an in-home evaluation and recommend the right mix of services tailored for your loved one.
