Highlights from the article linked below: (Source: Seniors At Home www.seniorsathome.jfcs.org)
Here are six signs that a senior that you care about may need help at home:
Walking with an unsteady gait
Recovering from an illness or injury
No longer safe to drive
Falling behind on daily tasks and chores
Struggling with meals
Becoming lonely or isolated
Also from the article:
If your aging parent, spouse, or loved one is happy living independently in their home there will likely come a time when they will need some extra assistance in order to manage daily tasks and chores.
Home care is provided by a professional caregiver and is typically non-medical support to help older adults lead a safer, healthier, and more independent life as they age in place.