From adult children that need help with their aging parents to those looking to improve their own health in some way, solutions are not far off. The Scenic City is home to many professionals that can offer help.
The ability to walk is vital to our sense of self-reliance, but age inevitably affects mobility and makes most activities of daily living more challenging to perform. Unable to get around as well as they did for most of their lives, seniors can start to feel isolated and depressed, but the good news is that they do have options to restore quality of life.
Kenny Higdon, owner of 5 Star Home Care, said that with a helping hand, a senior can continue normal daily routines to some extent. His company offers professional, comprehensive home care to people who need help performing such day-to-day activities as bathing, dressing, doing laundry, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and transportation. 5 Star helps seniors with mobility issues, as well as those of all ages who are living with a disability or recovering from an injury or illness.
Families who are concerned about the health and safety of their loved one as the result of immobility of frailty should call or visit 5starHomeCare.com. In Chattanooga and surrounding areas call 423-893-8181. In middle Tennessee, call 931-474-7823.
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