Are you worried that your mom is lonely living alone? If you can’t visit your mom as often as you’d like because of work or other responsibilities you may be right that she’s lonely. Seniors who are living at home but have a tough time getting out of the house often are lonely. One way that you can make sure your mom is getting the social support she needs to be healthy is to get her in-home care services.
Loneliness can impact both your mom’s physical and mental health. Lonely seniors have a higher risk of developing depression and anxiety. And, they have an increased risk of conditions like high blood pressure and heart disease. Seniors who have companion care through in-home care providers get regular visits from a friendly and compassionate companion.
During those visits, the companion can share meals with your mom, help her with arts and crafts projects, share conversations, play card games or board games, and provide general companionship.
If you’ve noticed your mom displaying any of these signs of loneliness you should talk to her about companion care through in-home care providers:
Withdrawal from Social Activities
If your mom is turning down invitations for video chats, visits from neighbors, or other social interactions she may be lonely. Sometimes seniors isolate themselves rather than accept invitations if they are feeling unworthy, depressed, or anxious.
If your mom has companion care the companion will show up at regular intervals so your mom will always get the socialization that she needs.
Changes in Mood or Behavior
One of the first signs that your mom could be lonely is a noticeable change in her demeanor. If your mom is often irritable, sad, withdrawn, or morose and that’s not consistent with her usual personality she could lonely.
Frequent Complaints of Being Tired or Unwell
Loneliness can manifest physically, leading to complaints of fatigue, sleep disturbances, or vague aches and pains. Your mom could also be playing up her ailments in an attempt to get you to come home and visit because she’s lonely.
If your mom has in-home care and she’s unwell the care provider can let you know that your mom needs to see her doctor because she is unwell.
Changes in Communication
If your mom is not responding to texts or emails, not picking up the phone when you or your family members call, and she’s generally acting withdrawn from her loved ones that is a strong indication that she’s lonely and waiting for someone to notice. Tell her you noticed, and talk to her about in-home care.
Decline in Self-Care
If your mom is neglecting personal hygiene, grooming, or household tasks she could be depressed, or she may need help. In-home care is a good way to start providing the support she needs. If she needs more help in the future that can be discussed. But start care services so that she doesn’t become depressed or isolated.
If you or an aging loved one are considering In-Home Care Services in Clovis CA please get in touch with the caring staff at A-Plus In Home Care, Inc. today. Call (559) 224-9442.
A-Plus In Home Care, Inc. is a Trusted Home Care Agency serving Fresno, Clovis, Sunnyside, Fowler, Reedley, Selma, Sanger, Madera CA, and surrounding areas.
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