Seniors Living with Chronic Diseases: How Home Care Services Enhance the Quality of Life

Edmonton Senior Health  |  December 15, 2017

What Every Senior Living with Chronic Diseases in Edmonton, AB Needs to Know About Home Care Services

What can be done for seniors living with chronic diseases? Home care services top the list of valuable resources that enhance the quality of life for aging adults. in-home care services that assist those with chronic diseases and are among the most utilized.

Seniors with chronic illnesses often face life-changing factors like depression, decreased quality of life, and poor health. However, taking advantage of professional care services can reduce exposure to these side effects and make life more enjoyable for seniors.

Home Care for Seniors Living with Chronic Conditions

Seniors must take precautions when coping with chronic illnesses. For some, it can be difficult to adhere to the guidelines set forth by medical providers.

In-home care providers make it easier for seniors to deal with and control the factors of their condition. Comfort Keeper’s professional caregivers are trained and knowledgeable in areas of care that accommodate the conditions of the disease.

Types of Chronic Conditions in Seniors

#1. Osteoporosis:

• • Affecting more than 44 million adults 50 and older, this condition affects more than 44 million adults but is more common in women.
  • This condition causes bones to become brittle and weak, making it easier for seniors to break their bones when doing common things, such as bending over, coughing, or falling.
  • Caregivers assist seniors in their daily lives by creating conditions that reduce:
    • Risk of injuries and falls
    • Encourage seniors to stop smoking
    • Introduce a diet that promotes healthy bones
    • Encourage seniors to exercise daily and remain physically active

#2. Arthritis:

• • This chronic illness worsens with age and is defined by inflamed joints that lead to body stiffness and pain. 
  • Affecting more than 50% of the senior population, arthritis is deemed the leading cause of disability.
  • Care providers assist with arthritis management by encouraging seniors to participate in low-impact exercises.  For example, tai-chi and water aerobics help maintain a healthy weight.

#3. Diabetes:

• • One out of every four Americans over the age of 65 has been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. 
  • Elevated blood sugar levels lead to diabetes in seniors.
  • Proper home care services can ensure that seniors follow a proper diet and take their medication as prescribed.

In-home care providers have compassion and knowledge of chronic illnesses which assist in making the lives of seniors easier. When symptoms of chronic illness are properly managed seniors can enjoy daily activities and a better quality of life.

Comfort Keepers® in Edmonton Can Help with In-Home Elder Care!

If you are concerned about the health and well-being of your aging loved ones we can help with retirement care, 24-hour care, respite care, senior care, companionship care, end-of-life care, post-surgery care, palliative care, personal care, senior living transition services, and much more! 

Comfort Keepers®’ are trained caregivers who help provide senior clients with the highest quality of life possible to keep them happy and healthy at home. 

Companionship Care and Interactive Caregiving™

Our Interactive Caregiving™ provides a system of care that addresses companionship, safety, nutrition, mind, body, and activities of daily living (ADLs).

Moreover, our trained caregivers are selected with one specific quality: empathy. Empathetic care is care that starts in the heart, and it allows us to meet our client’s exact needs. 

Seniors Living with Chronic Diseases and Home Care Edmonton

To learn more about senior care in Edmonton, contact the Comfort Keepers® office to discuss our unique service offering. If you live in Devon, Edmonton, Sherwood Park, or Stony Plain and surrounding areas, contact Comfort Keepers at 780-465-4665.

Is Invoicing Modelling and Client Direct Home Care the Right Option for You?

Comfort Keepers® Edmonton is an Approved Service Provider for the Client Directed Homecare Invoicing (CDHCI) Program Offered by Alberta Health Services. Read more about the program HERE.

Comfort Keepers® Edmonton is here to help you and your loved ones get the best care possible. Recently awarded the “Accredited with Exemplary Standing” seal by Accreditation Canada, our Edmonton location has achieved the highest available certification in Canada for Home Care services, clearly demonstrating Comfort Keepers’ commitment to offering safe, high-quality home care to its senior clients in Edmonton.

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