{"id":1720,"date":"2023-10-08T15:44:29","date_gmt":"2023-10-08T19:44:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.asbury.org\/normandie-ridge\/blog\/2023\/10\/08\/assessing-age-related-declines\/"},"modified":"2023-10-08T15:44:29","modified_gmt":"2023-10-08T19:44:29","slug":"assessing-age-related-declines","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.asbury.org\/normandie-ridge\/blog\/2023\/10\/08\/assessing-age-related-declines\/","title":{"rendered":"Signs That a Senior Needs Support"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>At Asbury, our health services professionals have had\u00a0many conversations with adult children who are\u00a0concerned about a parent. Typically, they are beginning to see signs of cognitive and physical changes that come with aging, but are not sure whether the parent&#8217;s living situation is dangerous &#8211; or whether it is time for them to step in and confront the parent with their concerns.<\/p>\n<p>Helping someone see and accept that they are facing challenges is an emotionally difficult task that can be further complicated if multiple siblings are involved. For a thorough discussion of this topic and expert advice, please read our\u00a0Asbury Perspective blog, &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbury.org\/blog\/how-to-talk-to-parents-about-senior-living\/\">Difficult Conversations<\/a>&#8221; post.<\/p>\n<p>If the person has been diagnosed with dementia, the answer is clear: seek assistance now. But if the path isn&#8217;t so clear, how do you know when your concerns are justified? Don\u2019t dismiss those gut feelings;\u00a0hunches don\u2019t often come from nowhere.<\/p>\n<p>Take a look at the following checklist.\u00a0\u00a0If you are routinely noticing several of these issues, it may be\u00a0time to discuss scheduling a doctor\u2019s visit that would include\u00a0an assessment for age-related safety issues.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Missing appointments, forgetfulness and confusion regarding medications<\/li>\n<li>Unexplained bruising or marks on his or her body<\/li>\n<li>Repeated phone calls at odd hours<\/li>\n<li>Trouble getting up from a seated position or with walking, balance and mobility<\/li>\n<li>Infrequent showering and bathing or strong smell of urine in the house<\/li>\n<li>Decline in grooming habits, dressing habits and personal care<\/li>\n<li>Uncertainty and confusion when performing once-familiar tasks<\/li>\n<li>Household chores are going undone<\/li>\n<li>Spoiled food in the home that doesn&#8217;t\u00a0get thrown away<\/li>\n<li>Poor diet or weight loss<\/li>\n<li>Scorched pots and pans<\/li>\n<li>Stacks of unopened mail, late payments or bounced checks<\/li>\n<li>Loss of interest in hobbies and activities<\/li>\n<li>Changes in mood or extreme mood swings<\/li>\n<li>Unexplained dents and scratches on a car<\/li>\n<li>Symptoms of depression such as lack of interest in old activities, loneliness, crying or\u00a0listlessness<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Supporting an Aging Parent: Important Documents<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Gather current records of your parents\u2019 health insurance, medical history, physicians and contact numbers and medications. Update them every\u00a0six months.<\/li>\n<li>Make a list of important documents and information such as a will and living wills, bank, investment and credit card accounts, social security number and insurance policies.<\/li>\n<li>Get a basic outline of your parents\u2019 monthly expenses and income.<\/li>\n<li>Suggest creating power of attorney and advance directive documents.<\/li>\n<li>Conduct a home safety assessment for hazards. Click here for a detailed\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbury.org\/blog\/home-safety-checklist-for-seniors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Home Safety Assessment checklist<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>When hiring caregivers, interview the company and the caregiver that would be assigned. Make sure the agency conducts thorough background checks.<\/li>\n<li>Research what\u00a0aging services\u00a0\u2013 including transportation \u2013 are available in your hometown so you are prepared if an emergency arises. 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