Senior Helpers of Burnsville and South Metro

From keeping your loved one company to ensuring there is someone around to help take a loved one to the doctor when you cant be there, there are many benefits to choosing in-home senior care with Senior Helpers. More than 65 million Americans seek to balance the daily demands of work, home, children and caring for someone who may be living with an illness, disability or simply aging.  In-home care is a safe, affordable option for families that provides them with the support they need while allowing their loved ones to say in the comfort of their own homes and communities. Comfort of HomeNine out of ten Americans 65 and older want to stay at home for as long as possible, and 80 percent think their current home is where they will always live. Working with a home care agency like Senior Helpers can allow your loved one to receive the care they need while in the comfort of their own home- preserving their dignity and maintaining a good quality of life.IndependenceProfessional caregivers enable your senior loved one to enjoy living independently longer. The services offered allow seniors to receive day-to-day help with the personal care they need and assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and medication reminders. Ultimately, this benefits you by keeping your loved one safe, healthy, engaged and active.Personalized CareHome care services provide meaningful, one-on-one care that helps to build strong relationships between a Senior Helpers caregiver and their clients. We match our caregivers experience, skills set, and personality to your loved ones needs. Our service schedules are extremely flexible to ensure your senior receives the care they need, when they need it. The result is a consistent, working relationship so beneficial that our clients often consider their caregiver to be a part of their family.Peace of MindIf you are caregiving from a distance, working with an in-home care agency for your senior can help you to feel confident that your loved one is cared for when you cant be there. Trained and qualified caregivers can assess safety risks and make simple corrections in the home to ensure your loved one is able to get around easily without the potential for injury. We are committed to providing your loved ones with increased care as their needs change to ensure their quality of life and your peace of mind.Reduce feelings of IsolationResearch shows that aging adults stay healthier with social interaction. Feelings of isolation are a major problem among aging Americans. A caregivers companionship can impact not only physical wellbeing, but emotional health as well. Our caregivers can become trusted friends for walks, reading, cards, games, movies, meals, and other social activities.Prevent falls and other common injuriesFalls are the number one cause of emergency room visits for people age 65 and over. They can easily happen when a senior is attempting a simple household task such as reaching for a high shelf or carrying something down the stairs. Hiring a caregiver to assist a loved one with these everyday tasks can help to prevent accidents that can potentially lead to serious injury.Senior Care, Only Better.Senior Helpers enjoys an excellent reputation for service within our community and professional circles. We work with many local doctors, nurses, social workers, and other health care professionals who regularly refer their patients in need of help. We are experts in the home care field and value building strong relationships with our clients and their families.Senior Helpers hires our caregivers based on their experience, professionalism, enthusiasm, and compassion for seniors. After a full and thorough screening, we train, bond, and insure each one.For many families, home care can be just the support they need to help manage caregiving responsibilities, while avoiding caregiver burnout. We look forward to providing your loved one with the help they require to continue living independently at home. Call us today at 952-892-8403 or visit our website at: https://www.seniorhelpers.com/mn/burnsville/resources/benefits/ 

Home Improvements: How to Prevent Slips and Falls from Rain, Snow, and Ice This WinterRain, snow, and ice during winter increase the risk of slips and falls among elderly loved ones. Seeing as most people aged 65 and above have mobility issues, rain, snow, and ice during winter make navigating even harder for them. Luckily, you can make some home improvements to ensure their safety during this period. Here are expert home improvement tips from Senior Helpers to prevent slips and falls among senior citizens.Invest In Proper FootwearWinter is characterized by slippery surfaces, and this can worsen balance issues in elderly loved ones and cause slips and falls, which may result in serious injuries. To prevent this, invest in proper footwear. Senior's shoes are well-treaded with a rubber sole that not only prevents skids and falls but also keeps the feet warm while walking around the house.Enhance LightingElderly loved ones often have visual problems; therefore, their caregivers should improve the lighting at home during winter to prevent them from tripping over things. This is especially needed in areas such as bathrooms and stairways.Use Absorbent and Anti-Slip MatsAbsorbent and anti-slip mats come in handy for walkway and doorway areas throughout the home. They absorb the water from the rain and ice during winter, reducing slips and falls. Also, keep common walk areas clean and dry at all times during the winter season.Check For Trip Hazards Around the HomeTrip and slip hazards include potholes or cracks around the home. Check for these and have them repaired before winter. Additionally, clutter, such as trailing electrical cords, toys, and boxes, can lead to fall accidents. They should also be cleared to leave enough space around to accommodate walkers and canes.Install Mobility AidsMobility aids such as grab bars and safety poles are essential when fall-proofing an elderly loved one's home. They help seniors maintain balance and stability when navigating wet and slippery surfaces during winter.Plan For Ice and Snow RemovalYou should also schedule for ice and snow around the home. This can be done with the help of other family members or by engaging professionals. For indoor ice, you can use a floor fan to keep walk paths and floors dry.Spread Sand or SaltSpreading sand or salt on the walkway lowers the freezing point of the water, reducing the amount of ice to declutter and providing traction. This makes it easy and safe for seniors to move around.Add Non-Slip TapeNon-slip tapes have a textured upper surface that makes them slip-resistant. Add them on the floor to prevent elderly loved ones from skidding on wet surfaces.Stair TreadsStair treads on both outdoor and indoor stairs prevent fall accidents during winter. They are made from slip-resistant and stain-free material.Clear Fallen Tree Branches Around the Home During WinterWinter storms and rain may break weak tree branches. These branches are safety hazards that may trip seniors and cause injuries. If there are trees around your home, clear any fallen branches immediately after they fall.Senior Helpers of Burnsville Can HelpSlips and falls can be serious health hazards to our elderly loved ones. Therefore, home improvements before and during winter are important to ensure their safety. However, caution should be exercised when improving the home; consult an expert if you cannot make the changes on your own.Senior Helpers of Burnsville can do a house safety evaluation and help you fall-proof it to be safe for seniors. If you're looking for more personalized help, we also have professional caregivers serving Burnsville, Saint Paul, and Cottage Grove, Hastings. Contact us to get a caregiver you can trust.  Call us at 952-892-8403.  

When a senior loved one needs a little extra help at home, the first instinct is often to offer that help ourselves. However, when you are caring for others, it is important to make sure that you are not neglecting your own health. While taking care of a loved one can be rewarding, it can also be stressful and a very time-consuming responsibility. You need regular rest to keep you focused, and time to take care of your responsibilities outside of your family as well. That's where a Senior Helpers caregiver can be of assistance.Senior Helpers Respite Care Services  enable your senior loved one to comfortably remain in their own home, while providing you with a much-needed interval of rest or relief. As the primary caregiver for your loved one, it is important to recognize that it is ok to take a break from your caregiving responsibilities. We're here to help you care for your loved one, giving you time to:Run errandsSpend time with your familyMake personal doctor or dentist appointmentsTake a weekend getawaySpend some much needed time aloneThese short-term breaks can help to relieve stress, restore energy, and promote balance in your life. It also enables you to share the responsibility for caregiving while getting the needed support for yourself and loved ones.Our Respite Care Services Include:Assistance with activities of daily livingPerforming personal care (bathing, grooming, dressing, etc.)Meal preparationPerforming light housekeeping & laundryProviding companionshipWe understand the trust you're placing in us by allowing us to care for your loved one in your absence. We know that caring for your senior is not just about following a schedule. When you contact Senior Helpers, we will answer your questions and address any concerns you may have. We will compare your preferences to our caregivers qualifications, ensuring a compatible match. Our caregivers offer companionship at home, or in your loved ones senior community.Senior Helpers' clients have peace of mind knowing that they are working with an industry expert dedicated to their satisfaction. Contact Senior Helpers today at 952-892-8403 or visit our website at https://www.seniorhelpers.com/mn/burnsville/

Alzheimers disease is a progressive and degenerative brain disease and the most commonly known form of dementia. What you may not know, is that Dementia is not a specific disease. It is actually an overall term used to describe a group of symptoms specific to memory loss and other cognitive impairments that are serious enough to interfere with your loved ones daily activities.If your elderly loved one in Burnsville, MN, is suffering from Alzheimer's or another form of dementia, caring for them can take a tremendous toll on your own physical and emotional well-being. Because of the progressive nature of the disease, many families choose the support and assistance of home care professionals like Senior Helpers. As the leading industry experts in Alzheimer's and dementia care, you can trust Senior Helpers to make your loved one's life, and yours, much easier and more enjoyable.We will work with you to create a customized home care plan that changes as your loved one's needs change. Our care team has extensive training and experience in providing the right level of individual care and support, while carefully monitoring everything from medication to daily activities. Our goal is to create a positive environment and activities that focus on what your loved one is still able to do, not what they can no longer do. Senior Gems: Helping Caregivers Assess and Provide Care for Seniors with Alzheimers and DementiaThe Senior Gems created by Senior Helpers, is a method used provide effective strategies for support and care for your loved one for everything from normal aging through late stage dementia. Through Senior Gems, we are able to focus on what is precious and unique about each senior.Changes take place as their disease progresses, but by taking a positive approach to care and using strategies that work, Senior Helpers can help your loved one to continue to live a purposeful life at home. The Senior Gems is based on the Gems, techniques, strategies, and overall approach to care which was created and developed by Teepa Snow, Positive Approach, LLC.The Gems classification system allows trained Senior Helpers caregivers to:Identify the characteristics of different stages of dementiaUnderstand what a person can still do based on a gem levelUse specific strategies based on gem level to care for our seniors.Create the best plan for caring for the individual long term.Call for more information at 952-225-1084 or visit us at https://www.seniorhelpers.com/mn/burnsville225-1084

When a loved one is nearing the end stages of life, many families seek end of life care to help manage their discomfort and provide the best possible quality of life in their final days. This can be an emotionally and physically difficult time for all involved. At Senior Helpers of Burnsville, its important to us that as your loved ones life journey passes, the care and comfort they receive is provided with the highest level of compassion and dignity.Senior Helpers caregivers will work closely with you to help keep your loved one as comfortable as possible as they make this transition. While our end of life care does not include hospice care, we work in coordination with and support hospice care providers. We will be there to lean on when you feel overwhelmed, need some emotional support, or to provide an extra helping hand. We will also support you and your family so that you can focus on spending quality time and make the most of the remaining time with your loved one during their final days.End of Life Support Care includes:Helping to minimize discomfortAssisting with personal care tasks such as dressing, bathing, and daily hygieneProviding respite and assistance to family caregivers as neededAssistance with meal preparation, light housekeeping and running errandsOffer companionship to alleviate feelings of loneliness, stress, and anxietyTo help you find the right services for your loved one, we invite you to contact us today to schedule an in-person meeting.  Call us today at 952-892-8403 or visit our website at https://www.seniorhelpers.com/mn/burnsville

Senior Helpers is helping senior Veterans to understand how they can qualify and apply for the VAs Aid & Attendance Benefit, which pays seniors for the in-home senior care they need to live comfortably and safely. Veterans, their spouses, and surviving spouses of veterans may be eligible for this benefit, which is a tax-free pension benefit that provides financial aid to help offset the cost of long-term, nonmedical in-home care.Veteran Assistance ProgramThere are currently millions of veterans who qualify for the VA Aid & Attendance benefit, but they do not know it or are uncertain how to access it. Veterans who served a minimum of 90 days of active duty, including one day of active duty during a period of war such as World War II, the Korean War, or the Vietnam War, all may qualify for this benefit.As experts in the senior care industry, Senior Helpers understands the needs of our Veterans. We work seamlessly with the professional assistance organizations to make sure that veterans and their spouses receive the benefits they deserve as quickly as possible. While the assistance organization helps you start your application, Senior Helpers will begin to provide the in-home quality senior care you deserve.Senior Helpers in-homesenior care helps our Veterans to get around and enjoy their senior years safely and healthfully. Personalized daily plans are developed and customized to your unique needs and designed to preserve your independence and freedom, while allowing you to remain in the comfort of your home.Our Veteran CareServices Include:  Assistance with Activities ofDaily LivingAlzheimers & dementia careBathingDressingLight housekeepingMeal planning and preparationMedication remindersCompanionshipTransportation to and from appointmentsPersonal careWho Should I call for More Information?You have served your country and earned this benefit. The time has come for us to take care of you.Senior Helpers is nationally known for world class in-home senior care for everything from light housekeeping and errands to full Alzheimers and dementia care. We will guide you through the process of understanding if you or your loved one may qualify for the benefit and will put you in touch with an accredited veteran agent who can assist you with applying for the benefit with a fully developed claim. A fully developed claim is processed more quickly and is more likely to be approved. Some claims are approved in as little as 30 to 60 days.*ContactSenior Helpers today to learn more 952-892-8403.  You can also visit our website at https://www.seniorhelpers.com/mn/burnsville/services/*Disclaimer: The purpose of this is to educate you about Veterans Administration (VA) home health care benefits that you may qualify for. Our office can educate you about the benefits available and put you in contact with an accredited agent to assist in completing and submitting the benefits application to the VA. Please contact Senior Helpers to help you make an initial determination regarding your potential qualification for the Aid and Attendance Benefit through the VA. Our desire is to help you receive the VA benefits that you deserve and have earned for your service to our country. We are NOT the VA, nor are we in any way affiliated with the VA. If you wish to contact the VA, you can do so by calling 800-827-1000 or visiting them at www.va.gov. NONE OF OUR SERVICES ARE INTENDED AS LEGAL OR FINANCIAL ADVICE. IF YOU ARE SEEKING LEGAL OR FINANCIAL ADVICE, PLEASE CONSULT YOUR LEGAL/FINANCIAL ADVISOR

When a loved-one is discharged from a hospital or facility, their recovery isnt necessarily complete once they return home. In fact, it's often just beginning. Readjusting to daily routines can be stressful and increases the risk of an avoidable re-admission. Senior Helpers makes the transition from hospital to home easier with Staying Home Safe - a unique approach to care management that is built around patient goals and creating a safe environment for recuperation.It all starts with a planOur customized in-home assessments take stock of what your loved one needs to successfully recover and builds a care plan around their condition and goals. We provide only the most appropriate assistance with our personal care services to support their ongoing success.Our care plans are designed with your input and we work to keep you in the loop on whats happening with those you love. We are the eyes and ears that spot small problems before they become bigger ones.Strengthening Circles of CareWe're there when you're not able to be and we work with everyone involved in your loved one's care doctors, nurses, care managers to make care more efficient. Accessible TransportationRegular visits to the doctor and any necessary follow-up appointments are important to a successful recovery. If your loved one needs a ride, we can provide one. If they need reminding that they have an appointment, transportation to the store or to visit with friends, we do that too. Medication Reminders and Prescription PickupImproper use of medications can lead to a slower recovery. We can pick medications up at the pharmacy and help make sure that your loved one is taking the medications they need, when they need them. Nutrition Planning, Food Shopping and Meal PreparationEating nutritious meals is very important to maintaining good health. It becomes even more important when special dietary requirements are necessary, such as with diabetes or congestive heart failure. We can help ensure compliance with any post-discharge nutrition orders by preparing meals to meet your loved one's specific needs. If your loved one is scheduled for discharge, contact Senior Helpers to help develop a care plan that makes sense for your family. Let us provide you with the peace of mind and confidence that your loved one is going home - and staying home - safely.  Contact Senior Helpers today for more information at 952-892-8403 or visit our website at https://www.seniorhelpers.com/mn/burnsville

Are you concerned with your loved ones safety, particularly when no one is around? Or are the miles between you and your loved one making it tough to know how they are doing on a regular basis? While your family member might not currently need daily assistance, Senior Helpers Wellness Watch could help you to feel more comfortable that everything is ok when you cant be there yourself.Wellness Watch provides a team of professionals to periodically check-in on your loved one to ensure that they are in good health and spirits. The semi-monthly visits include companion care services customized to the needs of your parent or loved one. In addition, you will receive a monthly report and access to quick-start home care. Wellness Watch will bring you the peace of mind you need so you can focus on all of lifes other pressing matters. A member of the Senior Helpers family will check in regularly with your loved one to ensure their wellbeing. Visits and calls are conducted by a professional who is trained to identify areas of concern often overlooked by the untrained family member or neighbor.Wellness Watch Services include:Weekly calls by a member of the care team specifically designed to get important health informationTwo, one-hour in-home Wellness Visits per monthAccess to quick start home care and provider resourcesDiscounts on care management and Senior Helpers home care servicesMonthly report from a member of the care team about your loved ones wellbeingA local point of contact with expertise in offering a solution for all your senior care needsPeace of mind is just a phone call away. If you would like to schedule a Wellness Watch check-in for your senior family member, please contact us today at 952-892-8403 or visit our website at https://www.seniorhelpers.com/mn/burnsville