5 Signs It’s Time to Consider In-Home Care for a Loved One

Making the decision to seek in-home care for a parent or loved one can feel emotional and overwhelming. Many families want to support their loved one on their own for as long as possible — and that care comes from a place of love. But there may come a point where having professional help improves the quality of life for everyone involved.

Here are five gentle, but important signs that it may be time to consider in-home care.

1. Daily Tasks Are Becoming Difficult

Activities like bathing, dressing, preparing meals, and keeping up with the home may begin to feel overwhelming for your loved one. They may:

• Skip meals or choose only convenience snacks

• Wear the same clothing repeatedly

• Struggle with showering or grooming

• Let chores or housekeeping go

This isn’t a failure — it’s a sign that their needs are changing.

2. Increased Forgetfulness or Confusion

Occasional forgetfulness is normal with aging. However, patterns of confusion, memory loss, or repetitive questions may indicate a need for extra support — especially with medications or safety.

If your loved one:

• Forgets to take medications

• Leaves the stove on

• Gets lost or disoriented

• Misplaces items more frequently

In-home care can provide gentle reminders, supervision, and peace of mind.

3. Changes in Physical Mobility

Falls are one of the most common reasons older adults are hospitalized. If your loved one:

• Struggles to stand up from chairs

• Uses furniture to balance

• Avoids stairs

• Recently experienced a fall

They may benefit from assistance with movement and fall-prevention support.

4. You’re Feeling Burned Out as a Caregiver

Caring for someone you love can be incredibly meaningful — but also physically and emotionally taxing. Exhaustion, stress, and guilt are common.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, know this:

Accepting help is not giving up. It’s building a team.

Respite caregivers ensure you can rest and stay healthy, too.

5. You Want Them to Stay at Home

Most seniors prefer to remain in their own home — familiar surroundings, memories, comfort.

In-home care makes that possible by providing:

• Personal care support

• Skilled nursing (when needed)

• Medication management

• Companionship

• Safety oversight

It preserves independence, dignity, and choice.

You Don’t Have to Make This Decision Alone

We’re here to answer questions and guide you through the process — no pressure and no urgency. Just understanding and support. Schedule a free conversation with our care team. Let’s talk about what your loved one needs and how we can help.