Choosing the right elder care for yourself or your aging parent is no easy task. Both at-home and senior center care options have their benefits, but it depends on what your needs are. Compare the pros and cons of each option before making any decision. The option to stay at home is the most appealing, but that is not always the best choice. However, the greatest benefit of at-home care is that the patient can live in their own home. A live-in nurse can be hired to provide 24 hour care or a caregiver may be hired for daily visits. Part time caregivers will not only administer medical aid and treatment, they can also drive the patient to and from doctor’s appointments or even to the grocery store. What is expected of the caregiver can be negotiated before choosing to hire one, so make sure to get exactly what you need for yourself or your loved one.
Lance Pace, www.omnicareforpeopleathome.com