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Granny's Helping Hands Pa, Inc. PA, Inc. FAQ and Tips
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Our Tattle-Tale Tips for a Loved One Who May Need Help
At Granny's Helping Hands Pa, Inc., one of the questions we hear most often is "Does my loved one really need a helping hand?" The tattle-tale tips below may indicate that a loved one is in need of our services.
- Poor personal hygiene — Look at your loved one's appearance. Is clothing dirty or unkempt? Is your loved on neglecting personal hygiene?
- Spoiled food — Check the refrigerator, freezer, and kitchen drawers. Look for spoiled food and items that have passed their expiration dates
- Bad food choices — Has your loved one's declining health prompted them to neglect proper nutrition and purchase more junk and convenience food? Is he or she losing weight?
- Poor home cleanliness — Notice the floors and furniture. Have unstable hands spilled food and drinks that have not been cleaned up?
- Piles of bills and mails — Check to see if the mail is being opened and correspondence is appropriate. Are bills being paid on time? Are appointments being kept?
- Odd daily routines — Ask neighbors and close friends to observe and report to you your loved one's daily routine. Drop by unexpectedly
In our experience, your instincts are typically correct. If something causes you concern, you're probably right to be worried. Call us for a FREE consultation.
Tips for Emergencies
If you are the caregiver for a senior or individual of any age with physical disabilities who lives in your home, contact your local fire station to alert them that you have a person who may have a difficult time evacuating the home in the event of an emergency. Note and identify which bedroom belongs to the person with special needs.
Gather essential supplies and information so they may be grabbed quickly if you have to leave your home.
Gather essential supplies and information so they may be grabbed quickly if you have to leave your home.
- Medications
- Health care equipment (oxygen tanks, insulin kits, etc.)
- Eyeglasses prescription
- List of medications and their dosages
- Important papers