As your loved one grows older it can often be hard for them to admit that they are having trouble managing their day to day tasks on their own. Often times, seniors will try to hide the signs struggle from the people that are closest to them. Below are some tasks that an individual should be able to consistently and appropriately manage independently:
· Manage his or her own personal hygiene, bathing, and dressing
· Engage or delegate his or her shopping, food preparation, self-feeding, and housekeeping
· Manage her or his own medications
· Manage a bank accounts, and pay other household expenses
· Make appropriate decisions concerning marriage or intimate relationships
· Keep his or her residence appropriately cleaned and repaired
· Communicate via telephone and appropriately respond to mail or other communications
· Recognize and avoid scams and fraud tactics
If you fear your loved one needs help and are not sure how to appropriately get the help they need please contact one of our knowledgeable Elder Law Attorneys today!