Sometimes it just isn't enough to help an elderly person with their shopping. Some clients will need help to identify what they are running short of and even what they might need to throw away.. for health and safety reasons! As with all Good Companions' services we need to assess how much and what kind of support each client needs in relation to shopping and managing their household supplies.
Older people suffering from memory loss or confusion can easily forget what they have bought leading to over purchasing and potential waste. The other worry it that they might not check dates on food which could have health implications. This is a simple but important service which a good companion can discretely perform during a social visit. Our aim is always to keep the client in the driving seat to sustain their independence as much as possible.
