According to research, the number of Americans over the age of 65 will more than double in the next four decades, implying that the demand to care for our elders could also rise. For most families, in-home caregivers are their first choice. Here are a few of the advantages of in-home care:

• Treatment plan - You and the caregiver will collaborate to develop a personalized treatment plan that meets the requirements of your elderly.

• Companionship — Your family member will not be alone but will have someone to talk to, maybe play some games, watch TV, or merely reminisce; in any case, laughing is practically guaranteed.

• Mobility - A caregiver will be able to move your senior about so that they may still enjoy their patio, walk to the park, or participate in the kitchen cooking their favorite dishes. Movement is critical for maintaining good physical health.

• Monitor well-being - Because you will receive a highly-trained caregiver, they will monitor your loved one's overall health by checking temperature and blood pressure and doing visual observations. They will check for other illness-related problems to administer medicine as soon as needed.

• Support independence, confidence, and happiness - As people get older, they want to be more independent, confident, and happy. They may not be as independent as they want to be as their health declines, but a home helper will ensure independence is not lost by giving support whenever needed. And by being autonomous, your parents or grandparents will be able to achieve happiness for the rest of their lives.

• More inexpensive - Hiring an in-home caregiver may save you over 50% when compared to a retirement facility. Saving money is especially important when money or retirement income is low. With an in-home caregiver, you can set up a plan for when you are available, and the caretaker will fill in the gaps.

Give Philia Care a call, and we will answer any questions you have and schedule a visit, so you can meet us and choose the best in-home caregiver for your family.