Gina Deney, Owner
Gina’s Story Part III
Choosing with Care
“Companion,” versus “Caregiver”?
These are often used interchangeably. In my mind a companion is just that. They provide socialization for the senior such as shopping, planning and enjoying dinner. Just having someone in the home can markedly improve the quality of life for someone who doesn’t get out anymore or have friends and family calling every day. It is a very long day when you have no social interaction. Knowing someone will be stopping over gives the senior that extra push and spark to get up and dressed and ready for the day. Our job is to make sure they look forward to the time they are going to spend with their companion.
Along with socialization a Caregiver provides “care” for the client, such as showering, dressing, and help with mobility issues. This requires a higher level of training and experience. These needs will gradually increase over time and our Caregivers recognize the warning signs more readily than a family member normally would. This helps the family adjust accordingly helping to avoid unforeseen incidents that may arise.
For information on how to ascertain what your family’s needs are visit our website pages on “How to talk to Parents” and “Services” or contact us at 302 478 7081 for an in home consultation.