World's Best Dad. The Best Advice for Father's Day

Remember when you always turned to dad for advice? What happens when dad gets older and you find yourself in the position of having to advise him?

Aging can bring about a range of health, social and financial concerns for you and your loved ones. This may force you to take on a new role, as caregiver.

Things to look out for include:

• Poor grooming (stains on clothes, infrequent bathing)
• Changes in eating habits (one meal a day, snacks vs. a nutritious meal)
• Sudden mood changes (angry, suspicious, paranoid)
• Reluctance to socialize
• Depression (not sleeping, not eating, no energy)
• Poor or decreased judgment (stove burners left on)
• Loss of initiative or lack of interest (stops participating in social, church or volunteer activities)
• Increased forgetfulness (missed doctor's appointments, family events)
• Difficulty walking/unsteady on feet/falling
• Mishandling finances/medications (forgets to take medication, not taking the right amount of medication, bills not paid)
• Unsafe home environment (cluttered pathways, poor lighting, house in need of repairs)

If you recognize any of the above signs, Evercare™ Solutions for Caregivers can help.

Our team of knowledgeable personal care advocates can help you navigate the health care system, understand the needs of your parents or loved one, develop a care plan and help you place and coordinate the services and resources.

So, don't go it alone. If you need advice, contact an Evercare™ Solutions for Caregivers nurse care advocate today at 1-866-463-5337.

Learn more about Evercare™ Solutions for Caregivers.

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