Following a diagnosis of a chronic illness, aging adults and their loved ones may struggle to grapple with what the future might look like and what quality of life might be. An in-home care service can be essential to maintaining and improving quality of life and providing peace of mind, not just for you but for your relatives who are undoubtedly concerned about your care. An in-home service can help manage the symptoms of your chronic illness and customize a care plan specifically for you. Our team offers nurses who do case management and help with managing both acute and chronic diseases.

Benefits include:

1. Maintaining independence. Even though some chronic illnesses can result in a decrease or loss of independence, in-home care can help preserve it. Specially trained care workers can assess potential hazards in the home or assist with everyday tasks that may become difficult, and by providing these extra services, you can remain in your home for as long as possible and age in place while enjoying your independence.

2. A personalized approach. Chronic illnesses can add complications and challenges to otherwise straightforward care. It’s important to have an in-home care team that can personalize their care approach in order to best support you as an individual, taking into account your unique situation.

3. Medication management. With a diagnosis of a chronic illness often comes prescriptions for medications to help manage symptoms. If you’re overwhelmed by the medications or your loved ones cannot always be on hand to assist with medication routines an in-home care team can oversee medication management. This provides peace of mind, not only for you but also for your loved ones.

4. Emotional support. In addition to a physical toll, chronic illnesses can take an emotional and psychological toll as well. It’s important to have a trusted in-home care team that understands this toll and can provide you and your family with the necessary support. They may be able to connect with counseling services or support groups. Even just the comforting presence of a caregiver alone may be enough to boost your mood and provide encouragement and connection for you during your day. Often, clients find that visits from their caregiver are something they greatly anticipate!

If you have recently received a diagnosis of a chronic condition and are wondering what your independence and comfort may look like in the days and months to come, don’t be anxious! You can take proactive steps now to ensure that you can age in place safely and comfortably, with the help of an in-home care service like Landis at Home.

Contact Landis at Home today to begin a conversation and discover how we can support you and your family.