Plan for Aging in Place

How to stay at home as you age

Aging in place is rapidly growing in popularity. Many older adults would choose to age comfortably at home as opposed to other housing alternatives. Although health conditions, safety concerns, and unexpected events can sometimes prevent this from happening, in-home care services such as those provided by Ethos Home Health Care and Hospice can help making aging in place a reality.

How to plan for aging in place

An important step to make aging in place a reality, is having a plan. Here are 3 tips to ease the process:

1. Explore your options for care

There are endless care options available in today’s aging services industry. It is important to take into consideration your living situation, health conditions, family, and other factors. Look into different care options and get a feel for what services are provided and how that could fit into your lifestyle. It may be helpful to have a few options in mind should unexpected events come up. Ethos Home Health Care offers skilled nursing, physical, occupational, and speech therapy, personal care and companionship, home technology, and more.

2. Look at your current situation

Take a look at your current situation and decide if it is in alignment with your goals and needs. Maybe you would like to be closer to family as you age, or maybe you have a worsening health condition that needs to be addressed. Whatever your situation may be, take it into consideration when making your future plans. Wherever the road takes you, Ethos Home Health Care and Hospice serves individuals wherever they call home in the communities of Fargo/Moorhead, Grand Forks, Detroit Lakes and surrounding areas.

3. Prepare for final moments

Although it’s not always a comfortable topic, it is inevitable that the end of life will come. It is important to let your loved ones know what your wishes are for when that time comes. For those facing life-limiting illnesses, hospice can help individuals remain comfortable at home. Ethos Hospice offers comfort and support for individuals and their families, pain management, life-enriching services, bereavement support, and more. Hospice care can enhance an individual’s life when their life expectancy is 6 months or less and provide comfort and support for loved ones.

Age the way you choose

Aging in place can be your reality. Start planning today!

Begin your search for care at Ethos Home Health Care and Hospice. We are available to answer any questions you may have as well as discuss your options for care. Contact our team today by calling (701) 515-0696 or fill out an online form.