As the seasons change, so does the need for home upkeep. Spring home maintenance is an essential part of ensuring that your loved one's home is safe and in good condition for the coming year. Unfortunately, when you're trying to take care of family members from far away, it can be more difficult to help with those essential tasks. Bringing in a professional can help make spring home maintenance easier for a senior loved one, no matter how far away you might be.
Safety Concerns
When it comes to spring home maintenance for elderly relatives with limited mobility, safety should always be the primary concern. You may want to start by conducting an evaluation to help ensure that the home is in good condition and that your loved one has everything they need to stay safe and secure. Working with a caregiver close to your loved one's home can make it easier to evaluate possible safety concerns. This includes things like frayed or damaged carpets that can pose a much more dangerous hazard for seniors with limited mobility.
Exterior Maintenance
Gutter cleaning is a necessary spring home maintenance task that can become dangerous when attempted by someone with limited mobility. Using a ladder and climbing up the roof to clear away leaves and debris can be dangerous, so finding a reliable and trustworthy person to do it is recommended. Additionally, you should have a professional come and examine the roof for loose or missing shingles. Finally, contact a professional landscaping service or mowing company and have them inspect the outside of the home for any debris that may need to be cleared away.
Interior Maintenance
The indoor air quality of your elderly relative's home is essential, especially since seniors with limited mobility may spend more time inside. Have a professional come and inspect the HVAC unit to make sure that it is in proper working order and that it is performing efficiently. Additionally, check the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in the home to make sure that they are in good condition and up-to-date. Lastly, you may want to consider having a professional come to do a deep cleaning of the home. A professional deep cleaning can help address the bigger cleaning tasks that seniors with limited mobility may no longer be able to perform on their own.
Senior Helpers Can Assist With Basic Home Upkeep
Spring home maintenance can be a challenging process for elderly relatives with limited mobility. At Senior Helpers Tri-Cities and SE Washington, we understand the unique challenges faced by seniors and their families. Often, an in-home caregiver can offer assistance with many basic tasks that can make in-depth maintenance easier. At Senior Helpers, we provide in-home senior care in Kennewick, Walla Walla, Richland, Pasco, Clarkston, and the surrounding areas. Contact us today to learn more about our services, including how we can help your senior loved one take care of basic cleaning or maintenance tasks like checking smoke alarms and air filters.