Personal Care in Hillsboro: How We Help With Grooming

When seniors stop taking care of themselves on a daily basis, it may be time to consider personal care services. At Visiting Angels^® Portland, we offer support to seniors and their families throughout Hillsboro and the surrounding region. With sensitivity and compassion, we help with tasks like oral care, hand washing, brushing, and so much more.

Often, the challenges of aging can contribute to new challenges in grooming. Here are some of the common struggles that seniors in Hillsboro face—and how our caregivers can offer the gentle, reassuring assistance that they need.

How Personal Care Can Help With These 3 Common Struggles

It can be difficult for seniors to admit they need help, particularly when it comes to sensitive grooming tasks. With Visiting Angels Portland, your loved one will always get caregiver support that's understanding and reassuring. That can make it easier for those who are reluctant to accept support.

Here are just a few common struggles that seniors in the Hillsboro area may be dealing with:

• Forgetfulness. Cognitive or mental health concerns can impact a person's ability to look after themselves. Your loved one may simply forget to brush their teeth every day, whether that forgetfulness comes from a cognitive issue or depression. Our caregivers can gently remind seniors to perform tasks like brushing, flossing, hand-washing, and other frequent grooming tasks.  
• Reduced flexibility. Over time, your loved one may find it a struggle to reach for items in the bathroom cupboard or to easily maneuver themselves into clothing. With home care services, we can assist with these tasks, so seniors aren't over-straining themselves or putting themselves in danger of an injury. We help seniors feel comfortable while getting the help they need for daily grooming.
• Decreased strength. Reduced strength will also contribute to challenges in grooming for many seniors. It may be hard for them to effectively brush their hair, clip their nails, or do other tasks that require hand and wrist strength. Your loved one's senior care professional can step in to assist with these tasks and more. In doing so, we can make sure your family member is always well-cared for. 

Offering Care With Compassion in the Hillsboro Area

At Visiting Angels Portland, we provide compassionate personal care services for seniors throughout the region. That includes:

• Hillsboro
• Portland
• Milwaukie
• Beaverton
• Tigard
• And throughout the surrounding area

Make sure your loved one can get the daily care and support they need to thrive. To set up personal care in Hillsboro, contact Visiting Angels Portland for a consultation.