“Third, safety becomes a real concern for seniors who are suffering illness or mobility problems.  To prevent falls, consider putting grab bars in bathrooms, placing bright yellow tape strips on stairs or painting the toilet seat yellow,” she said. 

“Finally, transportation is a big challenge for those seniors who are forced to give up their keys.  Communities can offer the best programs in the world, but if you can’t get the individual there, what good are they?” Hujer said.

Oftentimes, seniors are reluctant to seek outside help because they want to keep doing things the way they always have.  “Dementia, which includes Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive problems, may impair seniors’ judgment as well as their memory,” Hujer said.  “That’s when, with an older adult’s input, a caregiver can intervene to promote a safe environment and help ensure quality of life.”

“By helping adult children identify the types of resources that a senior might need to remain independent at home, we hope that families can avoid some of the stress that goes with caring for an aging loved one,”

Home Instead Senior Care Southeast Houston & Bay Area – please call (281-484-0200.