COPD / PULMONARY / RESPIRATORY DISEASE AND THE ELDERLY

COPD or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is caused by multiple lung diseases that block air flow. The most common two being bronchitis and emphysema.

COPD requires a medical diagnosis but common symptoms are:

Shortness of breath
Wheezing
Fatigue
A feeling of pressure in the chest
Either a dry cough or with phlegm

COPD makes completing daily tasks for elderly and seniors very difficult and they may require help with personal care, bathing, grooming, and household chores.

PULMONARY AND RESPIRATORY CONDITIONS

Other common respiratory and Pulmonary conditions that affect seniors and elderly are respiratory infections, bronchitis, pneumonia, tuberculosis and bronchial asthma.

This is why our elderly and seniors are most vulnerable to the coronavirus.

Medical centers, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, convalescent homes, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers and assisted living communities are still taking precautions to keep our vulnerable seniors and elderly safe from all respiratory and pulmonary diseases but it is still safer for them to remain at home if recovering from any surgery or illness.

COPD AND HOME CARE SERVICES

For some elderly, disabled, and Senior individuals completing household tasks and chores as well as maintaining their own personal hygiene and grooming can be very difficult.

If they are also suffering from COPD and fatigue, it can become next to impossible without help.

A-1 Home Care Agency is a non-medical Home Care Organization (HCO) with more than 30 years’ experience helping Seniors, Elderly, and disabled individuals remain safe and healthy in their own homes.

Our skilled, experienced, reliable and compassionate caregivers, home health aides, nurse aides, and personal care assistants, provide one-on-one care to your loved one in Orange County, Los Angeles County, and San Gabriel Valley.

Home Care Services Include: