Chronic Disease Care

• COPD and other lung diseases

• Diabetes

• Alzheimer’s and dementia

• Parkinson’s disease

• Arthritis

• Heart disease

• Multiple sclerosis (MS)

• Osteoporosis

• Cancer

• Stroke

Whether you care for someone who has been recently diagnosed with a chronic condition, adjusting to new challenges as the disease progresses or have been living with it for a long time, a strong support network is essential for your wellbeing. At Senior Helpers of Northumberland, our goal is to be an integral part of your care circle. We will work with your family and medical team to help provide the non-medical support your loved one needs to remain comfortable and as independent as possible given their condition.

• Client supervision to prevent wandering

• Medication and toileting reminders

• Incontinence care to prevent skin irritations and infection

• Meal preparation to maintain nutrition

• Transportation to errands and medical appointments

• Respite for family members

• Assistance with engaging or calming activities

• Assistance with exercise regimen to reduce depression and anxiety

• Verbal communication and emotional support

• Monitoring condition of skin and lower extremities to prevent skin breakdown, ulcers, and related injuries

• Ensuring proper oral hygiene to prevent gum disease (common in diabetics)