When Is Overnight Care the Right Solution for You?

Family caregivers can’t always be there at night to provide support and comfort to their older loved ones. But sometimes leaving the person alone is not an option. When a senior family member needs assistance during the night, Overnight Care through Right at Home Boston Metro West can help. A professional caregiver will arrive in the evening and monitor the situation until morning, providing support tailored to your specific circumstances. 

In shifts of eight to twelve hours, the caregiver we provide will be awake and nearby in case your family member wants to use the bathroom or is up for other reasons. Overnight Care is also appropriate for someone who is bedridden and in hospice. These situations are never easy for families, but you will have greater peace of mind knowing someone will be there through the night, awake and ready to make sure your loved one’s needs are met.

A Nighttime Solution for People with Dementia & Other Seniors

Dementia-related needs are among the most common reasons people seek out overnight care. Nearly ten percent of Americans over 65 have some form of dementia, and still other people in that age group show signs of cognitive impairment. But there is a lot of variance in the nighttime needs of clients, which is why we meet with each family to create a care plan that works for them. Families with safety concerns about a parent or spouse with Alzheimer's moving about in the dark can rest assured knowing their loved one won’t be alone.

There may be other reasons an individual could benefit from nighttime care – for example, when recovering from certain surgeries. Caregivers have been trained to assist people with limited abilities by transitioning them from their bed to the bathroom or to a chair and back. Whether or not clients can get up on their own, they will be provided a safer and more supportive environment.

Overnight Care as Hospice Support

It can be very difficult for families when they aren’t able to be there at night for someone in hospice. Know that a highly compassionate caregiver can take over when you need to rest so that there will always be someone with your loved one. Whether in their home, a hospital or an assisted living facility, we show up when you need us and remain with your family member until someone arrives to take over in the morning.

Our caregivers are trained to handle hospice situations with the utmost sensitivity. They bring physical comfort by repositioning the person in their care when needed. The caregiver team will discuss with your family ways to sooth the client, which may include reading to them, queuing up music at certain times, or something else you prefer.

Need Both Daytime and Nighttime Help? Call Right at Home Boston Metro West

The vast majority of people requiring overnight care also need assistance in the daytime, and we can help with that, too. If your loved one can no longer be alone, we can provide someone to arrive in the morning and take over. Our services are specialized to needs including:

• Personal Care for hygiene and other needs at home

• Companion Care for help with chores and getting around town

• Specialty Care for more specialized assistance

• VA Covered Care for veterans

• Respite Care to give family caregivers a break from their duties

Day or night, the best caregiver for your situation will show up when you need them, and will be there until someone arrives to take over so your loved one is never alone. If you are interested in either overnight or daytime assistance, reach out to us so we can tailor our services for the best results. 

Call us today or contact us online to discuss your loved one’s needs today.