Nursing Homes
Discussing future care for a loved one can be one of the most difficult conversation you have with an ageing parent or frail parent. The unknown can be frightening for them, leaving what they feel is the safety of their own home, of losing control of their lives. When you put yourself in their shoes it becomes easier to understand how they might feel, the anxiety they feel.
We had many conversations with our mother. We tried so many ways to make her life at home comfortable and safe. Safety being our main concern.
Here are some benefits of moving into care
Twenty - four hour round the clock care
Forming new friendships
Social activities to keep mind busy
Physical activity to suit the individual
Medical Care and supervision of medication to meet compliance and optimum well-being
A safe facility to help prevent accidents
Improve hygiene - showers, clean clothing, hair
Nutrition - regular meals and the opportunity to dine with others
Relief for the families that they don’t have to worry about something happening to their family member when they are alone
Improved health - mental, physical and spiritual.
What are your thoughts on nursing homes?
