Studies show that along with regular exercise, enough sleep and proper nutrition, an essential factor in staying happy and healthy as we get older is regular social interaction.
Having regular social contact with a friendly home companion can dramatically improve the quality of life of a person. Loneliness and isolation are a huge problem which has also been associated with health issues such as depression, sleep problems, hypertension, stress and mental health problems.
If your loved one enjoys less physically demanding activities, our Caregivers have lots of fun things to do together such as solving puzzles, playing board games, baking, watching movies, researching their family history, crafting, scrapbooking, chatting about current events and reading together.
If they like to get out and about, our Caregiver can assist them with light gardening, gentle walking and escort them to social outings with their friends.
Our Caregivers are available to do light housekeeping such as bed making, vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, dusting, cleaning bathrooms, dishwashing, cleaning kitchens, tidying all rooms, organizing closets, and cleaning windows.
We are also able to take care of all laundry needs. Our Carers perform washing, drying, ironing, folding, sorting and putting away fresh clothing, bed and bath linen.
Our Caregivers can remind when to take the medication, read the small print on labels, open difficult medication containers and record what medications have been taken in a journal.
Our Caregivers can provide transportation in their own car or use yours to take your loved one for Hospital or doctor appointments
Everyday tasks such as preparing healthy meals can be challenging work for seniors. Our Caregivers can plan the weekly menu and cook delicious meals to meet general or specific nutritional and dietary needs.
We encourage your loved ones to work alongside their Caregiver in the kitchen as this is an excellent opportunity to promote physical mobility and for engaging in stimulating conversation. Our Caregiver will share a meal if invited, or just keep them company while they have their meal.
For people with mobility issues, getting into and out of cars with shopping bags and packages can be a challenge.
Our Caregivers can help by accompanying your loved one during shopping trips. They will plan the trip, assist them into and out of the car, carry their bags around for them, and unpack the shopping once the trip is finished.
If your loved one would rather stay at home, our Caregivers can do the shopping or run errands for them.
Getting out and about can be difficult for Seniors, especially if they no longer hold a valid driver’s license or find public transport overwhelming.
Leaving their home and connecting with the community is an important aspect of emotional wellbeing.
Our Caregivers can provide transportation in their own car or use yours.
Examples of common trips include day center, social gathering, dentist, pharmacy, hairdresser, beauty salon or café