Caregivers in Cumming GA
As much as a senior would like to take care of himself, the matter is really an issue of what the senior is able to do 
and what he needs help with. Below are some senior care tips for family caregivers:
1. Watch for signs of needing help. Be aware of past due notices, stoves left burning, and other things that might indicate that a senior cannot handle household tasks.
2. Use automatic bill pay and deposit as much as possible. These are modern conveniences that are good for caregivers, too.
3. Make sure a senior has Power of Attorney documents completed before they are needed.
4. Order an annual credit card check to make sure that there are no unauthorized charges against an account.
5. Shred important documents and unused credit card applications.
6. Try to accompany the senior to doctor’s appointments. Make sure to take notes during these visits to keep them in order.
7. Keep a list of all the doctors the senior is seeing as well as all of the medications in the event you need them for an emergency.
8. Make sure the senior knows to protect his or her Social Security number in order to keep it from theft.
9. Contact a local home care provider to determine what services they offer. Many businesses and services have “check in” options to make sure that a senior is okay. Even government services such as the US Postal Service will make notes when a senior’s mail has not been picked up.
10. Check on community services that might be available to make the senior’s life better and more comfortable. Services such as “dial a ride” and “meals on wheels” are very common and offered at either no cost, or very low cost.
This is only a very short list of the many services that are available to assist caregivers in providing for a senior.
The staff at Home Care Matters is available to talk with you and your family about all of your caregiver needs. Home Care Matters is a home care agency providing quality and affordable services in Cumming, GA and the surrounding areas. Call (678) 828-2195 for more information.
Valerie has the unique experience with home care as she has experienced it from both ends of the spectrum, as a caregiver and as needing care herself as a cancer survivor. Valerie says, “Taking care of someone you love is a physically, mentally and demanding labor of love.Taking care of my mom was the hardest thing I have ever done. It has given me an insight and perspective not many people understand unless you are doing it or have done it.I loved taking care of my mom.I love helping others take care of their love ones too.And now that I’ve been sick, it’s given me a whole new level of empathy and understanding for those who are sick and need help.”
Valerie’s schedule varies daily, but she loves visiting with our clients, families, caregivers, our network partners and being in the office.Says Valerie, “Every day is different, but I wake up excited about what we do, inspired by our team, clients and caregivers.I strive to be a resource to the community.I love my team and I love what we do every day. I like to think my mom would be proud.”
You can reach Valerie by email (Valerie@homecarematters.com) or in our office (770.965.4004).
- Tips for Seniors When Choosing a New Medical Doctor - April 12, 2024
- Home Care Matters Receives 3 Home Care Pulse 2024 Best of Home Care® Awards - April 10, 2024
- Five Ways Home Care Supports Aging in Place - April 4, 2024
