- Many seniors prefer to stay in their homes instead of going into a nursing home. Home care is available at some level through most insurance policies to allow for these preferences.
- Seniors must be comfortable with the temperament of the home care workers and the quality of care. The Mayo Clinic encourages seniors to ask questions about qualifications and licensing before signing up with a service provider.
- Planning ahead for senior services can take the stress and worry out of the process, according to the National Institute on Aging. Seniors should talk about their needs and preferences before they become impaired and unable to make specific requests.
- In addition to insurance funded home health care providers, most communities offer local elder care services for those needs that aren't covered. The Eldercare Locator can help you find local resources.
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