Almost every family has to face this question at some point. The right time for home care can be when a senior needs help to recover from a short-term health problem or when they are suffering from a long-term chronic health problem.
There are 6 ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING (ADL) that individuals must be able complete daily without assistance to maintain their independence:- bathing
- eating
- dressing
- toileting
- ambulation (mobility & walking)
- continence
A person’s ability to perform these tasks determines what home care services they require to help them stay as independent as possible.