Though a good care provides solution for many, Senior Home Care is not right for everyone. Below are some reasons why a senior may not be a good fit for Senior Home Care.

Who is a Good Fit for Senior Home Care?

Senior Home Care oftentimes serves as an alternative to assisted living for seniors who wish to live independently. It can be a good care option for those who meet the following criteria. 

• Seniors who struggle with mobility and need assistance safely moving throughout their home
• Seniors with impaired motor skills who need assistance with daily household tasks
• Seniors who no longer drive and need transportation to appointments, the grocery store, friends’ houses, and more
• Seniors who are isolated and desire the companionship of a caregiver 
• Seniors who need assistance with ADLs including meal preparation, bathing, and more
• Seniors in need of housekeeping services such as cleaning and grocery shopping 
• Seniors in the early stages of memory impairment 

Who is Not a Good Fit for Senior Home Care?

Though a good care provides solution for many, Senior Home Care is not right for everyone. Below are some reasons why a senior may not be a good fit for Senior Home Care. Note that this list refers to standard Senior Home Care services, not home health care. Some seniors included in this list, such as those in need of therapy services, would be a good fit for home health care rather than Senior Home Care. 

• Seniors seeking the companionship of their peers rather than an aide or caregiver 
• Seniors who need nursing care, or other regular medical care
• Seniors who want an all-inclusive lifestyle like those offered in many residential care communities
• Seniors who want physical, occupational, or speech therapy services in the home 
• Seniors with advanced memory impairment who require a secure environment and around-the-clock care