(Newswire.net — December 14, 2020) — Retirees have a lot to think about when it comes to planning for the future. Supporting grandchildren, deciding how to spend one’s time and selecting the right aged care provider becomes the key responsibility we must each address when the time comes.
Residential care is growing in popularity with the flexible care arrangements appealing to retirees who are not necessarily in need of a full-time solution or still coming to grips with the options out there. If you or a loved one is approaching retirement and would like to gain a better understanding of residential care, read on as we cover the inclusions.
Day-to-day tasks
Day-to-day tasks make up a key part of the residential care experience, and these tasks will vary depending on the needs of the individual. These tasks could include cleaning, laundry, cooking and even gardening and yard work. Essentially, any tasks that contribute to the overall running of a home can be offered where necessary. As a retiree who may be looking to wind down with the ever-present household duties in favour of other activities, residential care can be a great option, especially if mobility is an area you may not feel as confident in.
Flexible to your needs
Residential care is entirely flexible to your needs, which means that what you explore in your first year of care might be less or more than what you consider for your second year. Life can change over time, and your support networks might also change too which means you could need an extra set of hands if your children can no longer do the cleaning or take on laundry. Residential care is a preferred first step for retirees as they can experience this assistance and make the call about whether or not it is what they require. It will also get you acquainted with the aged care providers in your area, making a future transition into another aged care format easier.
Access to all services
Getting to and from health practitioners can become a time-consuming task and one that you might not feel too comfortable taking on yourself in retirement. Residential care can solely encompass access and transport to the doctor, physio, therapy and any specialised service you may require so that you can stay accountable to this important responsibility. Additionally, your residential caters are trained in allied health and are in the best position to assist in sharing the load of health care, lessening the responsibility of your partner or family and identifying areas where health intervention could be a good idea.
Personalised care
Residential care does look different for all service users, and personalised care is an option that retirees explore if they live alone or require extra assistance due to illness or limited mobility. Personal care can include bathing, dressing and other daily tasks that are intimate in nature and unable to be completed by the elderly individual. Every person deserves the right to quality personal care, and residential care has made that happen for millions of seniors. Whether this is something you do or don’t need now, it’s important to understand that this level of care can be facilitated at home through residential care and is undertaken with support and dignity of your trusted carer.
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There is a lot to look forward to when it comes to retiring, but there is also a lot that needs to be decided upon before you arrive at a point where you have limited options. Speak with your General Practitioner and family about aged care options that might suit your needs, and whether residential care is going to cater to your needs now or in the future.