5 Signs Your Loved One May Need Home Care — And What to Do Next.
As our loved ones age, recognizing when it’s time for additional support at home can be emotionally difficult — but it’s also an act of love. At Percipience Home Care, we believe early awareness leads to a better quality of life, safety, and dignity for aging adults.
Here are five signs your loved one may benefit from professional home care:
1. Changes in Personal Hygiene
If your loved one is skipping showers, wearing the same clothes repeatedly, or struggling with grooming, this could indicate mobility or cognitive challenges.
2. Memory Loss or Confusion
Increased forgetfulness, repeating themselves often, or getting lost in familiar places are early signs of cognitive decline — often associated with conditions like dementia or Alzheimer’s.
3. Unexplained Weight Loss or Poor Nutrition
Check the fridge. Are expired foods piling up? Is your loved one losing weight unintentionally? These are red flags that daily tasks like cooking may have become too difficult.
4. Difficulty Managing Medications
Missing doses or taking too much medication can quickly become a life-threatening issue. Professional caregivers help ensure medication routines are followed safely.
5. Isolation or Withdrawal
A lack of social engagement can lead to depression and faster health decline. Companion care can offer not just support — but meaningful connection.
What You Can Do Now
Speak with your loved one and involve them in the care discussion
Reach out for a free care consultation with our team
Explore customized care options for daily living, dementia support, and more
At Percipience Home Care, we proudly serve Chicago and surrounding counties with compassionate, non-medical home care that supports independence and peace of mind. Let’s build a care plan rooted in empathy, dignity, and professionalism.
Call us today at (773) 676-6583 or visit www.percipiencehomecare.com
