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When a loved one is faced with ageing, it is common for them to resist or deny the signs of reduced functionality and therefore loss of their independence. Many customers of aged care services receive requests for service provision after a significant event such as a fall, trauma or loss of function. Clients therefore further their ageing journey before they start to receive care services. This means that the types of services they receive are more likely to be personal care services (bathing, dressing, toileting), social support and domestic services which assist to maintain their functionality and prevent readmission or recurring events.
Prevention is better than a cure. When clients start having in home care services earlier, it helps that the services can be planned and delivered in a manner which can prevent injury, incidents and further deterioration.
A loved one resisting the use of aged care services may respond positively to the idea of services being provided with the intention to help them regain functionality, maintain their independence, prevent injury or incident and keep them in their own home for longer than if they are left to their own devices.
Here are some examples of home care services which may help resisting loved ones accept care earlier in their ageing journey.
These benefits are just a few ways to support loved ones considering aged care services. Receiving services is often perceived as taboo, a sign that they're losing their independence and resistance is often a sign of the denial of their ageing journey. They may be more welcoming to the option of care services if it is presented in a way which supports them to maintain their independence for longer.
At DR Care Solutions, our main aim is to keep people at home for as long as possible. Care can be provided from as little as 3 hours per visit up to 24 hours a day care using quality care providers in our network.
We work with you and your loved ones to tailor the care appropriate to their needs, wants, wishes and financial constraints. We ensure you get Government funded assistance that they are entitled to.
For further information, please feel free to contact Danielle Robertson.