Senior Care in West Houston, TX: When You Feel Guilty Asking For Help
If you’re feeling guilty about seeking out senior care for your West Houston area loved one, we’d like to share some information that may help you realize your guilt is probably entirely unfounded. At Visiting Angels® Westchase, we see caregiver guilt on a regular basis among our new clients and this is some of the same information we share with them.
Faulty Beliefs Cause Unfounded Caregiver Guilt
Caregiver guilt stems from an original belief that was based in good intentions and moral character but has turned faulty because it went too far. Here are the two top examples of this:
It’s my job to handle this. It’s a belief rooted in a sense of duty and commitment. The problem arises when we begin to unconsciously think we need to provide all care. It is entirely illogical to think that one person should be able to handle the ever-growing needs of an aging loved one. Sure, you might be able to somehow physically do it all, but there’s no doubt at some point you’re going to find yourself exhausted, irritable, unable to concentrate, forgetful, or worse.
They're only comfortable with me helping. The feelings of vulnerability or even fear your loved one has that keeps them resistant to outside help are completely understandable. Acknowledge and validate that back to them, but then for the same reasons listed above, explain it’s something you need for your own well-being, so you can continue to provide the best care that keeps them living at home. Also, involve them in the process and point out the safety in choosing a licensed, reputable agency.
About Our Senior Care in West Houston
At Visiting Angels Westchase, we’ve built our reputation on being the area’s best, most trusted senior care provider with the most qualified, rigorously vetted, and compassionate professional caregivers.
We offer hourly rates, flexible payment options, and care that is there when you need it–a few hours a week, overnight, weekends, holidays, or even 24/7.
We customize your loved one’s care to your specific needs and requirements but, in general, we can assist with a variety of tasks like:
- Mobility assistance
- Medication reminders
- Meal preparation
- Light housekeeping chores
- Incontinence aid
- Gentle and dignified bathing and grooming
- Safe transportation to and from local destinations
- And much more
Our Senior Care Service Area
We’re incredibly thankful for the opportunity to serve our senior neighbors in West Houston, Mission Bend, Briar Forest, Houston, and the surrounding communities.
Let go of undeserved caregiver guilt and make the decision to do what’s truly best for you and your loved one. To learn more about our senior care in West Houston or to schedule an appointment for a complimentary, in-home assessment as soon as possible, please contact Visiting Angels Westchase today.