The challenges involved with the transition to their golden years can come as a sudden surprise to seniors. The activities they once did with ease can become difficult if there is a decline in their physical capabilities or mental state, which may lead to frustration at their lack of independence. Their mobility may become limited so they can't perform normal daily tasks around the house. If your loved one is experiencing these challenges, Long Beach homecare agencies specialize in providing a wide variety of in-home care, including:

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  Assistance with eating, bathing, getting dressed, and going to the bathroom
  
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  Grocery shopping and food preparation
  
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  Daily household chores
  
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  Making home modifications like installing grab bars in the bathroom and other in-home caregiver services to ensure that the bathroom is safe and easy to use
  
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  Transportation to the pharmacy, the doctor's office, and other appointments
  
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  Help with finding opportunities to socialize with other seniors
  
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  Making sure the bedroom is safe, including heating pads, lamps, televisions, etc.
  
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  Help with financial issues such as paying bills
  

Although many seniors can benefit from the services provided by Long Beach homecare agencies, they often experience feelings of denial that they need assistance, and their families often encounter resistance when they try to discuss options to provide the care they need. Accepting homecare may mean adjusting to new routines and a loss of privacy, which can cause anxiety, fear, and anger that they need help. Stubbornness or mental health issues may also cause seniors to reject the help of services offered by Long Beach homecare agencies.

When loved ones are resisting care, there are strategies you can use to convince them that homecare has many advantages. You can suggest a trial run with a Long Beach homecare agency so they can get a better idea of the services and care they will receive without having to commit to anything right away. You can also explain that homecare will prolong their independence and enable them to stay in their home for as long as possible. If loved ones are still resistant, you can enlist the assistance of a professional such as their doctor or a homecare manager.

Signs Your Loved One Needs the Services of a Long Beach Homecare Agency

Not sure whether your loved one can benefit from Long Beach homecare services? There are many tell-tale signs that he or she requires regular in-home assistance:

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  Missing scheduled appointments
  
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  Not taking medications as prescribed
  
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  A decline in personal care, including bathing and grooming
  
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  Difficulty with balance, walking, and general mobility
  
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  A dirty or cluttered house when it used to be spotless
  
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  Unexplained bruising
  
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  Loss of interest in activities he or she used to look forward to
  
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  Short-term memory loss
  
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  Weight loss
  
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  Mood swings
  
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  Stacks of unopened mail and newspapers
  
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  Spoiled food in the refrigerator
  

If your loved one is experiencing any of these signs, it may be time to consult with a Long Beach homecare agency to learn about the many ways it can help your loved one maintain his or her independence with in-home care.