Signs Your Elderly Parents Need Help at Home, pt. 2
There is great importance to “listening” for clues from your elderly parents. You might be distracted with raising kids and dealing with your job. Your visits might be rushed, and your mind may be elsewhere. You hear your parents, but are you truly listening to them to better understand their needs?
There are both verbal and nonverbal cues that may indicate your aging parents need help. It’s essential to listen attentively to their words and watch for nonverbal signals. They might express feelings of loneliness, frustration, or confusion that can indicate underlying issues. Changes in tone, hesitations, or repeated concerns about certain topics may reveal more than what they explicitly state.
So, the next time you visit elderly parents, pay special attention to both verbal and nonverbal cues. Maintain an active awareness of their living conditions and physical appearance, along with attentiveness to verbal and nonverbal signals. It may be crucial in identifying their need for help. By staying observant and engaged during your visits, you can ensure elders get the support and care they need to continue living safely and comfortably.
Call Home Care Partners @ 781-378-2164 to discuss how we can assist your elderly parents at home.
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John D. Miller is the founder/owner of Home Care Partners, LLC, a Massachusetts business providing private duty, personalized in-home assistance and companion care services to those needing help in daily activities and household functions.
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