The elderly may require care, but they also deserve respect. They are still adults, and in most cases, they are struggling with the loss of independence. Homemakers must work hard to ensure that they are providing elderly care that is built upon a foundation of respect. Ace Personnel possesses a team of talented homemakers that provide high quality elderly care to all of their clients.
The most important thing for homemakers to remember when administering elderly care is that their patients are still adults. Never talk down to an elderly person and only offer them advice if they ask for it. If you continuously make choices for them, it degrades their sense of self-worth, and makes them question their overall capabilities. Always listen to what your elderly patients have to say. Their needs are important and you must work hard to cater to them whenever possible. Homemakers must be willing to listen.
With advanced age come rigid opinions. Do not be alarmed by the outlandish opinions of your elderly patients. In most situations, homemakers should just nod their head, and be respectful. You will not convince your elderly care patients that they are wrong, and there is no need to. Focus on the job and always maintain a high level of respect.
Elders are generally hard of hearing. Homemakers must learn to speak direct and with purpose. Make your intentions very clear in order to avoid confusion. Still, empathy is a favorable quality for homemakers to possess. Reverse the roles and try to think about how you would feel in certain situations. If you think you are being rude, change your tone, or approach the situation from a different direction. Homemakers must be able to empathize with their clients.
Ace Personnel provides homemakers to clients throughout Vancouver, the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley, and all of British Columbia. If you have any questions about our homemakers or our elderly care service, please feel free to contact us today.
