Being able to care for the people who once cared for us is a huge blessing. It is an opportunity denied to many. That’s why as much as possible, we want to be able to provide the best possible care for our elderly loved ones. However, caring also means knowing when to bring in outside help in the form of professional elderly care services.
Getting a good service can be challenging thanks to the myriad of factors and choices to consider. Worse still, there’s so much information out there about these types of services that sometimes, facts get mixed with fiction.
At Miami Valley Homecare, we want to make sure you have all the right information about elder care in Dayton, Ohio. This way, you can make an informed decision about what kind of service you’re getting for your elderly loved ones. With that in mind, here are four common misconceptions about elder care.
Many families tend to rule out professional elder care services because they think it will involve breaking the bank just to afford them. It’s true that elder care does require money, but so does every other type of professional service.
Let’s face it. When considering the cost of senior care, what you’re really paying for is peace of mind — the assurance that your elderly loved one is in the best possible hands and that they’re happy.
That’s what we provide at Miami Valley Homecare.
One common misconception is that only the severely ill who need round-the-clock assistance need elder care. That’s not the case at all. Elder care is a versatile service that ranges from round-the-clock care to hour-long companionship services.
Sometimes, our parents just want someone to talk to. Other times, they might need assistance with their everyday activities. There’s no reason to wait until they are severely ill before you consider providing them with what they need.
At Miami Valley Homecare, we tailor our elder care services to fit your needs. We offer both live-in and home care services. Our personal care services range from light housekeeping and transportation to meal preparations and feeding assistance.
This is another common misconception about elderly care. Many seniors fear that elder care means limiting their independence and choices. Unless in cases that require 24/7 care, such as seniors with memory loss, elder care actually aims to enhance independent senior living.
At Miami Valley Homecare, our services are designed to help seniors thrive in their old age and help them enjoy life at their pace.
We also offer assistance services for seniors who enjoy doing activities that they find difficult to do now because of old age. Examples include writing letters, movie-watching companionship, restaurant companionship, and help with hobbies or crafts.
This is a valid concern. The COVID-19 pandemic is a serious health and safety threat to everyone, most especially to vulnerable seniors. But it’s simply not true that elder care is not safe during the pandemic. Many seniors have needed personal care way before COVID. Now that the pandemic is full-blown, such seniors may require even more care.
That being said, it’s the responsibility of the caregivers to make sure they are practicing all the necessary safety and prevention guidelines regarding COVID.
Our professional care providers have been trained to fully observe the health and safety protocols when providing the needed care for your seniors. We make sure to always sanitize and disinfect before and after our interactions with your elderly loved one.
Are you in need of professional elder care in Dayton, Ohio? Get in touch with us now by calling 937-671-2273 or filling out our contact form. You can also email us at gdixon@miamivalleyhomecare.net. We look forward to helping you with the needs of your senior parents.
