Macular Degeneration, also known as Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is the number one cause of vision loss in persons over 50 years of age. Damage to the macula, which is a small area located near the center of the retina, impairs an individual’s ability to see people or objects straight ahead of him. The progression of AMD varies from person to person; it starts off with blurred, central focus of vision, and this could occur in one or both eyes. As the disease progresses, the small blurry area grows bigger or there may be blank spots in the central vision. Although AMD does not lead to complete blindness, the disease in its advanced stages interferes with the person’s ability to perform daily living activities. To enhance the quality of life for seniors with Macular Degeneration, A-1 Home Care offers AMD care at home for the elderly in Glendale and surrounding communities.
Home Care Eases Depression and Promotes Proactivity
When an individual starts experiencing macular degeneration at the young age of 50 or so, it is very possible that this person is still employed and fully capable of other functions like walking, eating, talking, and productively contributing to the company. The gradual or rapid loss of vision may lead to depression. The activities that were once done so easily are now almost impossible to achieve without major accommodations for impaired vision. At home, the individual will require gradually increasing assistance for daily activities like reading, cooking, and medication intake. A-1 Home Care in Glendale selects the most compatible companion for individuals with AMD. Aside from the standard assistance with daily living activities, AMD home care aides may also take the care recipient out for ice cream or social visits around Glendale or other cities to promote social interaction and continued productivity. Reducing depression now will help prevent physical health complications later.
The Personal Touch of A-1 Home Care
Established in 1991, this licensed, bonded and insured non-medical home care agency has been providing compassionate home care service through knowledgeable, skilled caregivers. You will always get A-1 Home Care’s personal touch when you reach a live operator by calling our phone lines, which are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We are committed to providing quality care to all seniors in Orange County and Los Angeles County.
To inquire about live-in home care, call A-1 Home Care today (310) 657-8780 or visit us online www.glendaleinhomecare.com to learn more about macular degeneration home care assistance. Service areas include Glendale, Burbank, Sierra Madre, Pasadena, Duarte, Diamond Bar, La Canada, Sherman Oaks and neighboring cities in Los Angeles County.
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