Signs It’s Time

As our loved ones age, we naturally begin to notice signs that they are experiencing some difficulties with the daily tasks of living. But just what are the signs that indicate it may be time to seek out companion care for seniors in Springfield?

Top Indicators Your Loved One May Need Help

• Missed medications. This is an important indicator that your loved one is struggling with memory or cognitive skills that aid in organization. As we age, we tend to be prescribed multiple medications, many of which need to be staggered at different times throughout the day. This can quickly become overwhelming for seniors and is a sure sign they need some help.
• Stopping driving. There comes a point where, either voluntarily or not, our loved ones stop driving. Unfortunately, this can lead to further isolation and a loss of independence. Seniors need encouragement to get out and keep experiencing their local community.
• Missed doctor appointments. There are many reasons why seniors may miss doctor appointments. Of course, memory could be the issue, but sometimes depression and/or feeling overwhelmed by all that’s required to get there and back may seem like just too much. Obviously, missing doctor appointments is not advisable and could easily pose a risk to their health.
• Poor hygiene. If you notice your loved one continuing to wear the same soiled clothes, allowing shaving or hair washing to go by the wayside, or other signs of poor hygiene, this is an indication they may be having problems with completing these tasks. Often, our loved ones become frightened of falling in a tub or shower—a realistic fear, since falling is the leading cause of accidental death in seniors—so they begin to skip bathing.
• A messy house. This can be a dead giveaway, especially for loved ones who were formerly fastidious. Of course, to some degree, one might blame their vision, but if you’re noticing an overall messiness, not just built up dust, this should be a definite sign that something is wrong. 

These are just some of many possible indicators that your loved one is in need of help and might greatly benefit from services for companion care. 

At Visiting Angels^® Eugene, our popular companion care services for the Springfield area help local seniors with non-skilled and non-medical care that enables them to remain living safely and healthily at home.

What Things Can Companion Care in Springfield Help With?

We can help with daily living tasks such as:

• Bathing
• Dressing
• Toileting
• Continence
• Shaving
• Eating
• Exercise
• Mobility
• Basic communication skills
• Transportation
• Meal prep and planning
• Shopping
• Medication management
• Light housework

Companion Care That is Locally Owned

At Visiting Angels Eugene, we are dedicated to the local community because we are a part of it ourselves. As a locally owned and operated provider of companion care and other home care services, we are proud to help seniors in:

• Springfield
• Eugene
• North Springfield
• And the surrounding area

To learn more about how our personalized programs for companion care in Springfield can help your loved one continue living safely and happily at home, please call our caring and compassionate team of professionals at Visiting Angels Eugene today.