Growing old is inevitable. All people tend to reach an age where they cannot take care of themselves independently. There are endless facilities that provide various degrees of care for geriatric patients. The problem with these facilities is that they require patients to leave their homes permanently. For the elderly, this is something that requires leaving behind a lifetime of memories and comfort. A better option could be geriatric home care.
Advantages of Remaining at Home
The longer a person lives in a house, the more it truly becomes a part of who that person is. Memories get etched into the walls. Whether a poor patch job in the drywall of the hallway reminds someone of the time his or her son ran into the wall out of excitement to see what Santa brought Christmas morning or the leaky faucet remains a reminder of the many hours spent trying to fix it in vain, a home becomes the story of a person’s life. Asking a person to leave this all behind in their old age can cause depression and resentment.
Staying in a person’s own home is comfortable and familiar. The home is decorated to his or her taste. The neighborhood is familiar and friends could live nearby. A person can typically navigate his or her own home easily even when eyesight becomes poor. Remaining at home can keep spirits bright and a person near family and friends.
Assistance at Home
Even though a person may wish to remain at home, he or she may still require help with daily tasks or medical attention. Geriatric home care can allow these needs to be met. Assistance with personal grooming, preparing meals or traveling to various doctor appointments can all be achieved even while staying at home.
Living at home can be the best medicine for an aging person’s mental and emotional needs. His or her physical needs can be met through geriatric home care.
