Packages Of Care For The Frail At Home
Frailty is a common age-related issue that affects many older people, impacting their ability to live life independently in their own homes. Being frail means that a person may not be able to bounce back as quickly after an illness, injury or medical treatment.
Frail individuals are at greater risk of falls, trips, slips, and other injuries in their weakened state. According to Age UK, around 10% of over 65s live with frailty, with this figure rising to up to 50% for people 85 or older.
However, frailty does not mean that an elderly person has no choice but to move from the home they love. Frail care at home is an attractive alternative to care homes. From round-the-clock live-in care to comprehensive visiting care, discover why our home care is the ideal solution for frail individuals requiring extra support with everyday activities.
What is frail care?
Frail care packages are an alternative to care homes, enabling frail elderly people to remain in their homes rather than relocate to a care home. For elderly people, having a choice when it comes to care planning is important, as this helps to retain a sense of independence and ownership over their own health.
Frailty can affect an individual’s mental and physical health, so it is essential that they get the support they need. The effects of frailty can impact an individual’s ability to carry out everyday tasks and look after themselves. Frail care can help carry the extra weight of challenging chores and more.
Frail care includes mobility assistance, helping individuals safely out of bed and chairs, and moving around the home, as well as transportation outside the home. Should a frail elderly person require help with personal care, a frail carer can step in to provide a helping hand.
Depending on how frailty is affecting your loved one’s life, frail care can be administered round-the-clock throughout the day or even as part of 24-hour home care if required.
Who is frail care for?
According to medical experts, frail care is for any individual who is deemed to be in a frail or delicate condition. If you or a loved one has experienced any of the following, it may be worth speaking to your doctor or medical professional about frailty.
Common signs of frailty include:
- Low grip strength
- Lack of energy
- Fatigue
- Slower walking speed
- Reduced physical activity
- Loss of bladder or bowel control
- Muscle weakness
- Increased incidence of trips, slips, and falls
- Unsteadiness on their feet
- Confusion
If any of these activities are becoming increasingly more challenging, seeking support in the form of frail care is a positive step towards regaining independence.
To give family peace of mind and ensure the safety of the individual living with frailty, extra support from a carer is an ideal solution for those wishing to remain in the comfort of their own home.
The benefits of home care for the frail
There are many advantages to seeking assistance from a frail care carer. Having frail care to support individuals living with a certain degree of frailty can help them make the most of their lives.
The benefits of frail care include:
- Peace of mind for family and friends
- Someone there in case of a trip, slip, or fall
- Coordinated care between the carer and healthcare professionals
- One-to-one personalised care
- Round-the-clock care
- Remain in the familiar surroundings of home
- Supporting an independent life
- Companionship and someone to talk to
How a home carer can help
If you notice your loved ones or parents suddenly looking older or start exhibiting signs of frailty and suspect that they are in a weakened condition, home care could be just the support they need. A home carer can support frail individuals in many ways, from assisting with day-to-day activities to providing help with mobility.
Frail care carers can help with:
- Personal care, e.g. bathing, dressing and toileting
- Mobility assistance
- Getting in and out of bed
- Medication prompting
- Transportation to and from hospital appointments and social engagements
- Facilitating hobbies and interests
- Light housekeeping
- Clearing away clutter, trip, and slip hazards
- Companionship and reducing feelings of isolation and loneliness
Get in touch today
Frail care at home provides much-needed support to elderly individuals with moderate or severe frailty in the comfort of their own homes. This form of care enables frail individuals to live life to the full under the guidance of a home carer. Patricia White’s can match your loved one with the perfect home carer, helping them to remain as independent as possible in the familiar surroundings of home.
If you would like to learn more about arranging home care for your loved one, get in touch with our friendly and professional care team.
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