Sometimes it’s difficult to know when it’s time for you to be thinking about senior in home care for your parent(s). These thirteen signs can be a guideline for you when making that difficult decision.

1. Changes in eating habits or loss of appetite.

2. Spoiled or outdated food in the refrigerator.

3. Difficulty walking, unsteady gait,falls.

4. Poor grooming/personal hygiene.

5.Memory loss, forgetfulness, confusion.

6. Mishandled medications.

7. Persistent fatigue/lack of energy.

8. Personality changes, irritability, mood changes.

9. Diminished driving skills, near misses, accidents.

10. Loss of interest in activities once enjoyed.

11. Reluctance to socialize.

12. Difficulty concentrating, poor judgement.

13. Unopened mail, past due bills, mishandled finances.

14. Poor home maintenance, unsafe conditions.

If you notice several of these warning signs, it may be time to consider some changes. Your options could include an assisted living facility, or perhaps assisted living in home from a home health care agency.