29 Aug Top Frustrations in Finding Senior Care for Aging Parents
INTRODUCTION
Many adults will arrive at a crossroads in life where they need to determine the best care options for their aging parents. Unfortunately, this journey can often be met with a lot of frustrations. From finding affordable senior care services to knowing whether a provider is trustworthy, there is a lot that goes into this choice.
Our team at En Su Casa is very familiar with these challenges, which is why we thoughtfully modeled our home care services to provide solutions that you can rely on. In this blog, we discuss some of the top frustrations adults face when trying to find care for their aging parents – and how En Su Casa can help.
HIGH COST OF SENIOR CARE
We understand that cost can be a big burden for a lot of people when it comes to finding the right senior care services. That’s why we believe in providing fair rates for our clients, with the average price of home care services ranging from $25-$30 per hour. Caregiver schedules can also be customized from week to week. Thus, allowing for adjustments based on what you can comfortably afford. Additionally, some clients may be eligible for benefits that fully or partially cover the cost of services. Our trained team can help you apply for these programs if needed!
LACK OF TRANSPARENCY FROM CARE PROVIDERS
We know it can be difficult to allow someone else to care for your loved one, especially when you can’t be there all the time to see how things are going. Our core values are integrity, trust, and compassion – and we strive to ensure our services and employees always embody these traits.
En Su Casa is a family owned and operated home care agency. We believe in giving the same compassionate care that we’d want our own loved ones to receive. We also understand that trust requires strong communication, so we’re always here to address any questions or concerns. There are no hidden fees or contracts with En Su Casa, we take special care to ensure you’re clear on everything before starting services.
DIFFICULTY EVALUATING DIFFERENT CARE OPTIONS
Your loved one is a unique individual with dynamic needs that may change overtime. Determining the best type of senior care to meet these needs can quickly become overwhelming. Especially, when there are so many different types of home care options and services to consider. We recommend checking out our recent blog on top criteria for choosing personal care if you’re unsure where to start. Whichever services route you decide to take, know that En Su Casa has a 98% client satisfaction rating, so your loved one will receive high quality care with us no matter what.
LONG WAITLISTS OR LIMITED AVAILABILITY OF DESIRED FACILITIES
Nobody likes to be on a waitlist, which can be a common issue with assisted living facilities. This is one of the many reasons why home care is the preferred option. Not only does your loved one get to stay in the comfort of their own home, but we’re able to start services almost immediately.
Sometimes clients will also choose En Su Casa as a short-term bridge solution while waiting for space to open at their desired assisted living facility. Whether home care is a temporary or long-term solution, your loved one is guaranteed to receive the best care possible from our experienced and well-trained staff.
GEOGRAPHIC DISTANCE FROM HIGH QUALITY FACILITIES
Oftentimes we see that some families struggle to find a facility that meets their needs within a reasonable distance! It then becomes a question of long drives or lowering standards, which is never a good spot to be in.
With home care there’s no need to drive long distances to an assisted living facility that your loved one is not familiar with. This is especially important for families that live in rural areas, which applies to many of the clients we serve throughout the South Texas region. Our caregivers come to you.
COMPLICATED & CONFUSING ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESS
Our clients are usually already spread thin as it is, so we do our best to keep the onboarding process as quick and simple as possible. It starts with a brief phone call to discuss high-level details. Such as age, location, and the type of assistance you’re seeking. Then, we schedule an in-home safety check with one of our Care Coordinators. So they can identify potential hazards and offer solutions. During this visit, our Care Coordinator also helps you navigate onboarding paperwork, which takes about 30-45 minutes to complete. Once these steps are completed, we set your caregiver’s start date!
BALANCING CARE RESPONSIBILITIES WITH PERSONAL LIFE
We understand it can be mentally and physically exhausting to care for a loved one’s needs, while trying to manage your own personal needs as well. This is why our home senior care schedules are designed to be highly customizable. We provide both full-time and part-time care depending on how many hours or days your loved one needs assistance. No schedule is set in stone either. If you have a personal appointment come up one week, we can easily adjust your caregiver’s hours.
EMOTIONAL STRAIN OF WATCHING YOUR LOVED ONE DECLINE
It’s incredibly hard to watch someone you love struggle with age. En Su Casa is here to help. Caregivers offer companionship and support that can keep your loved one in better health and spirits for as long as possible. They provide assistance with meal prepping, medication reminders, social interactions, and help with daily tasks. Our caregivers spend one-on-one time with your loved one to ensure all needs are being fulfilled for a long, happy, and healthy life.
CONFLICTING OPINIONS AMONG FAMILY MEMBERS
Family members usually have differing feelings and opinions about what type of care is best for their loved one. In our experience, we see families finding greater peace of mind when they know their loved one is receiving affordable yet high-quality care in their own home. Plus, the burden of that care is relieved by our team. Which removes a lot of their stress and allows for more personal time so family members no longer feel so stretched thin. Families that chose home care feel less guilt because their loved one is somewhere that they’re familiar and comfortable with.
READY TO START EXPLORING HOME CARE?
If you’re interested in learning more about En Su Casa’s home care services, call 210- 922-2960 to speak directly with one of our team members and we can help with any questions you may have.
