Shopping Made Easier for Your Elderly Loved One

By Jessica Ott | October 7, 2024 |

Shopping seems to be one of life’s necessities. Some people find it to a be chore, while others find it to be a great source of entertainment. No matter how your loved one views shopping (and that can change based on what she’s shopping for), she might discover that the run-of-the-mill shopping excursion is getting to be a bit too hard for her. Having a home care assistance provider help your loved one shop is one way she can still enjoy the aspects of shopping with a little help.

Why Shopping Becomes Difficult as Your Loved One Ages

Home Care Assistance Littlestown PA – Shopping Made Easier for Your Elderly Loved One

For many elderly people, shopping becomes more and more difficult as they age. That difficulty can take away any joy that they used to associate with the activity as well and make them less likely to go out and get the items they need when they need them. While getting a new shirt for the family picnic may not be important, buying fresh food or picking up a prescription cannot be avoided.

There are many reasons why shopping becomes more difficult as your loved one ages, and it’s not all about the money (although that can cause shopping stress as well). Driving is one reason your loved one doesn’t like to shop anymore. She might find the stores she needs to visit are too far away or are difficult for her to drive to. If your loved one has mobility issues, it might be too tiring to shop. If she struggles with cognitive issues, she might fear getting lost.

Shopping Alternatives

The good news is that the retail world has made some great strides in meeting everyone where they’re at for shopping assistance. There are plenty of resources out there your loved one can use to help her get what she needs when she needs it.

Delivery Services. From giant corporations that can deliver everything under the sun to your loved one to small shops with personal drivers, many items can now be delivered directly to your loved one’s home. Your loved one usually just needs to be comfortable with going online to place and pay for whatever she needs. Many delivery services can deliver within hours.

At Store Pickup. If your loved one can still drive but doesn’t have the energy to walk around a big box store looking for all she needs, she can go online, make her list, pay for it, and then someone at the store will gather up all of her items and bring them right out to her car when she arrives.

Personal shoppers. When looking for something in particular or when what she needs doesn’t have delivery, hiring a personal shopper might be a great alternative. This can be especially helpful if something is out of her area and can only be purchased in a store.

Home Care Assistance. The personalized care she’ll receive from a home care assistance provider means they can decide together how much the home care assistance provider will do and how much they’ll be there for support. If your loved one just needs someone to drive her to and from the store, a home care assistance provider can be a great choice. They’re also a perfect choice for many seniors who are not comfortable with shopping or purchasing online.

**If you or an aging loved one are considering Home Care Assistance Services in Littlestown PA, please get in touch with us. Our friendly staff can answer all of your questions. In-Home Senior Care in Adams and York Counties, PA. Call Today: (717) 698-8258.**

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Jessica Ott

Owner at A Helping Hand Home Care Services, LLC

Jessica Ott is the Owner at A Helping Hand Home Care Services, LLC.

A Helping Hand Home Care Services, LLC is dedicated to providing our clients with a better quality of life through our support services while maintaining their independence in the comfort of their own home.

As a Home Care Agency licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Health, we can provide families with peace of mind, knowing their loved one is in good hands.

We will work with you to prepare a care plan that incorporates your needs, your wishes, and your preferred schedule. Each client is matched with a caregiver who can best meet their individual needs, whether they reside in a house, apartment, condominium, assisted living, or nursing community.