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Author: Dan Nathanson

These days most seniors prefer to stay in their homes as they get older. It’s called aging in place. And according to surveys seniors would rather live independently as long as they can. For children that are trying to make sure their senior parents are safe, aging in place may seem risky. But there are services that can help your mom or dad live independently and safely.

Home care is support for seniors who choose to age in place. Home care is a great option for your mom or dad if you can’t live with your mom or dad to help them out, or if you can’t visit daily because you have work, family obligations, or you just live too far away.

Home care makes it possible for seniors to enjoy the benefits of aging in place like:

Improved Mental Health

Seniors are happier at home. Living in familiar surroundings can provide a sense of security and comfort, reducing stress, anxiety, and the risk of depression. Being in a familiar environment can also help with cognitive function and memory retention.

Better Physical Health

Seniors who age in place are more likely to be healthy.  Seniors often remain more active when they age in place, both physically and mentally. This increased activity can help maintain physical strength, balance, and overall mobility. Seniors living at home also have a lower risk of serious illnesses like heart disease.

Enhanced Emotional Well-Being

Staying at home can provide a sense of independence and control, which can boost emotional well-being. The ability to make decisions about their own lives and environment can enhance their quality of life. If your mom or dad has lived in their home for a long time they probably don’t want to leave it and adjust to new surroundings. Living in a home where they have lots of family memories is good for their emotional health.

Lower Risk of Infection

Aging in place can reduce the risk of exposure to infections and illnesses that are more common in communal living settings like nursing homes or assisted living facilities. With home care seniors who are worried about catching the flu, Covid-19, or other illnesses don’t even need to go out. A home care provider can run errands for them, do the grocery shopping, and pick up prescriptions so that your mom or dad won’t be exposed to infection or illness.

Better Recovery Outcomes

Seniors recovering from surgery or illness often experience better recovery outcomes when they can do so in the comfort of their own homes. Familiar surroundings can promote a sense of well-being and expedite the healing process. If your mom or dad does have to be hospitalized because of an illness or injury they will likely have a faster recovery if they can recover at home.

Home care is available around the clock so if your mom or dad does need to have care all the time they can.

Source:

https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/aging-place

If you or an aging loved one are considering home care in Thousand Oaks, CA, please contact the caring staff at Home Helpers Home Care of Ventura County today at (805) 301-5930

Home Helpers Home Care of Ventura County provides exceptional home care for seniors in Thousand Oaks, Westlake, Ventura, Camarillo, Simi Valley, Agoura, West Hills, Canoga Park, Chatsworth, Topanga and surrounding areas.