Senior Care in Coronado CA

Hearing loss is extremely common among elderly adults. In fact, hearing loss or diminished hearing is the third most common health issue throughout the United States and experts say that at least half of people over the age of 75 have some difficulty hearing. For many people the changes in their hearing ability occur so gradually that they may not even realize that they have happened until a specific event occurs that shows them that they are no longer able to hear as acutely as they once did. By making an effort to recognize the potential signs of hearing loss you can feel more confident that your parent is getting the support and care that they need to maintain their health, safety, and quality of life.

Some signs that your parent might be losing their hearing include:

• Turning up the television. Many people enjoy feeling immersed in the action of their favorite television shows and movies by listening to them with high volume, but if your parent seems to be cranking the TV up higher than usual it may be because they are dealing with hearing challenges.
• Not responding effectively. It is easy to feel as though your parent is just being “difficult” if they do not respond to you when you are talking to them or they give you strange or confusing answers. You may soon start to wonder if they are suffering from cognitive limitations. The reality, however, is that they are likely just not able to hear you properly.
• Withdrawing from social activities. Did your parent used to be a social butterfly but is now choosing to stay at home or sit back and watch events rather than participating? It may be that your loved one is struggling to hear when people talk to them and they are uncomfortable. They may feel that it is less difficult or embarrassing to simply avoid these situations rather than having to constantly ask people to repeat themselves or risk misunderstanding and saying something wrong.
• Excessive ear cleaning. In some situations a person may think that they are losing their hearing when in fact they are just suffering from impacted or excessive earwax. If you notice that your parent is cleaning their ears out more than usual or being aggressive with their cleaning, they may be thinking that this is the cause of their difficulty and be trying to resolve it. Discourage them from putting anything in their ear canal as this could cause serious damage that could cause or worsen hearing loss.

A home care provider can be a valuable addition to the life of a senior who is losing their hearing. This in home services provider can help the senior feel more confident in communication and manage details of life that may be challenging for those seniors unfamiliar with hearing difficulties. For those seniors who have to give up their ability to drive because of their new hearing challenges and other limitations, a home care provider can also act as a source of safe, reliable transportation so that your aging loved one does not have to feel as though they are missing out on their active, engaged lifestyle simply because they have challenges with hearing.

La Jolla Nurses Homecare can help your aging parents remain in their own homes, call 858-454-9339. We are a home care agency providing quality and affordable senior care in La Costa, CA, and the surrounding communities."}” data-sheets-userformat=”{"2":767,"3":{"1":0},"4":{"1":2,"2":10667209},"5":{"1":[{"1":2,"2":0,"5":{"1":2,"2":0}},{"1":0,"2":0,"3":3},{"1":1,"2":0,"4":1}]},"6":{"1":[{"1":2,"2":0,"5":{"1":2,"2":0}},{"1":0,"2":0,"3":3},{"1":1,"2":0,"4":1}]},"7":{"1":[{"1":2,"2":0,"5":{"1":2,"2":0}},{"1":0,"2":0,"3":3},{"1":1,"2":0,"4":1}]},"8":{"1":[{"1":2,"2":0,"5":{"1":2,"2":0}},{"1":0,"2":0,"3":3},{"1":1,"2":0,"4":1}]},"9":2,"10":2,"12":0}”>For more information about how the caregivers at La Jolla Nurses Homecare can help your aging parents remain in their own homes, call 858-454-9339. We are a home care agency providing quality and affordable senior care in Coronado, CA, and the surrounding communities.

Sources: http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/hearing-loss-causes-symptoms-treatment

https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/hearing-loss-older-adults

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Brittnei Salerno

Owner at La Jolla Nurses Homecare

“My mother, Lorraine Salerno, founded La Jolla Nurses Homecare in 1977.

Today we are the oldest and most experienced private duty agency in San Diego County.She saw a need for quality private duty home health care and she worked diligently to build an agency that filled that need.I am proud to say, her vision is carried on today with our dedicated staff.

I believe our tenure in the community speaks well for us.We have had the opportunity to be of service to countless interesting individuals, including local and worldwide celebrities.It is the people we care for that makes this a fascinating industry.Whether high profile or a more ordinary citizen, we are proud that thousands have entrusted us with their care or the care of their loved ones.Our Mission is to provide high quality, very secure and the most compassionate home health care.We believe that patients heal faster and are happiest when they can stay in their homes.”

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