Medication Management Combined With a Personal Care Aide in Williamsport, PA and the Surrounding Area

Learn more about how medication management is a critical task of a personal care aide for seniors in Williamsport, PA

As seniors grow older, the number of medications they take increases along with their age. Most seniors over 65 take at least five medications, with many taking over 10. Seniors suffering from chronic or progressive illnesses may take as many as 20 different medications daily. It is no wonder that medication management has become such an essential aspect of personal home health care. Many seniors move into assisted living communities and nursing homes to receive help with their medication management. A personal care aide in Williamsport, PA can help with medicine reminders. Call (570) 659-6301.

Get help with meds

The good news is that Comfort Keepers offers medication management support as part of personal home health care services. This means seniors do not need to leave their home's comfort, security, and familiarity to receive help. With Comfort Keepers, seniors can maintain their freedom and independence while avoiding the dangers of improper medication management.

Get a personal care aide in Williamsport, PA

Medication management involves taking the proper medication at the right time in the right way. It also involves storing medications properly, ensuring they are re-ordered and picked up on time, and watching out for medication-related side effects. With Comfort Keepers, caregivers can also help read medication labels, open bottles, and help arrange medications for trips and outings. In addition to ensuring medication is dosed correctly, a caregiver or family member can be immediately notified if a senior misses or is late taking a dose.

Contact us in Williamsport and beyond

To learn more about medication management or how Comfort Keepers senior care can benefit your senior loved one, contact a personal care aide at (570) 659-6301.