National Arthritis Awareness Month occurs each May. Have you stopped to think about what you really know about this common health condition? With more than 100 types of arthritis, it shouldn’t surprise you to learn your mom has arthritis.
What may become more concerning is how much arthritis pain impacts your mom’s usual activities. You’re used to her having a clean, organized home. She’s been wearing the same clothes for days. Plus, she doesn’t seem to take the time she used to while cooking a meal. Have you talked to her about home care?
What Can Home Care Services Help Her Achieve?
When her arthritis pain flares up, does your mom often struggle to remember when she took her last pain pill? Her doctor has her taking over-the-counter ibuprofen every four hours, but she never remembers when she took the last dose.
Your mom’s arthritis pain makes it hard for her to twist her neck or back. As a result, she’s told not to drive as she cannot properly check her blind spots when backing up or changing lanes. It’s time to consider the benefit of having a caregiver driving your mom to area businesses and attractions.
If she takes too much, she could put her health at risk, but if she takes it too infrequently, the pain becomes unbearable and increases the risk of a fall. Having a home care aide to offer medication reminders makes a difference in pain management.
Your mom struggles to walk up and down the stairs. This makes it difficult to vacuum the carpeting, do the laundry, and bring in the groceries. Your mom has the help she needs with light housekeeping, groceries, and laundry when you arrange those home care services for her.
The most important aspect of arthritis pain management is to get enough exercise. Your mom knows she needs to go for walks, but the pain drains her confidence. She doesn’t want to walk down the street and becomes too tired to walk back. Home care can walk with her on a regular basis to offer companionship and safety.
How Much Home Care Does She Need?
To get started, sit down with your mom and ask her opinion on the areas where she needs help. Does she feel confident with dusting but find it hard to do the laundry? Is it hard for her to stand for long periods of time and do the dishes?
As you learn more about the things she can do on her own and the areas where she doesn’t feel as confident, call us today and make arrangements. You’ll talk to a representative about your mom’s needs, learn more about prices, and schedule caregiver visits.
Sources:
https://www.cdc.gov/arthritis/basics/arthritis-fast-facts.html
If you or an aging loved one is considering home care in Denver, CO, call the caring staff at SYNERGY Home Care of Denver today. 303-756-9322
