One of the nicest parts of the holiday season is hosting a family gathering. It’s a great chance to bring everyone together, young and old. There are a few things you can do to make an older loved one feel more welcome and comfortable when you’re organizing a family gathering and inviting them.
Here are some advice from our staff providing senior home care services:
- Look for tripping risks in your home. The biggest threat to senior health is falling, so before they come over, you should inspect your house and take steps to reduce any fall hazards. This includes ensuring that area rugs are either removed, taped down, or have non-slip backing.
- Allow for a clean floor space with large traffic spaces. Moving furniture should be made easier, especially for people using walkers and walking sticks. The entertainment space and bathroom are the only rooms in your house that need to comply with this.
- Include them in the planning process. Set aside some little jobs that your loved one may appreciate — it’s wonderful to feel useful and wanted! — to keep them involved and involved in the activities. It’s entertaining and secure to fold napkins, lay out dough, arrange flowers, or set up centerpieces.
- Specify a few favorites. Does the person you love have a favorite holiday pastime, favorite Christmas album, or favorite holiday dish? A terrific way to show them that you care and have thought of them on this particular day is to include it in your family gathering.
- Keep the volume down. Even while loudness is a natural component of any family gathering, seniors who have hearing loss or dementia may find it challenging to completely take in the fun. You can enjoy yourself, but keep the music volume down and place your loved one in a seat away from speakers and close to those they enjoy chatting with.
- Give the details some thought. Talk to your loved one as you organize your celebration so that they can get ready. Let them know who will be there and what you have in store. Assist them in choosing a relaxed holiday attire.
- Make transportation preparations. Make sure someone is there early to take them up from their house, that they have safe transportation back home, or that they have a place to remain the night. The more time you have to plan, the better because older individuals need a little more time to comprehend plans.
Use Senior Home Care Services
At St. Bernardine Home Care, we are aware of the difficulties in promoting seniors’ independence and providing them with excellent medical care and companionship. We support elders’ quality of life and companionship.
We offer comprehensive home care for the elderly for seniors and their families, and our highly trained and experienced team can help. Each care plan is made specifically for the client, taking into account all of their requirements. This way, your loved one will receive the support they need to stay in their cozy home throughout the holidays.