You need to contact the adult social services team at your local authority and request a community based care needs assessment for your relative. There may be a wait of four to six weeks but it should not be longer than that. The assessment will consider what the individual’s care needs are and how these might be met.

What do you do if you are concerned about someone’s welfare?

If you’re concerned about someone’s safety or wellbeing contact a doctor, Lifeline, or emergency services. Part of caring for others is caring for yourself too. Supporting someone who experiences mental illness can be physically and emotionally challenging at times, so ensure you’re looking after your own wellbeing.

What do you do when someone can’t look after themselves?

Family and friends:

1. Learn what signs and symptoms to look for.
2. Help the adult to reduce isolation as much as possible.
3. Stay in contact.
4. Talk to the person.
5. Help the person accept help from others.
6. Help the person get any services he or she may need.

What help can Age Concern give?

Not all services take place in every area, but all local Age UKs will be able to help you find what you’re looking for.

• Cafes and restaurants.
• Day centres.
• Exercise & physical activity.
• Foot care.
• Handyperson services.
• Home help.
• IT Training courses.
• Social activities.

How do you report a vulnerable elderly person?

Call the police or 9-1-1 immediately if someone you know is in immediate, life-threatening danger. If the danger is not immediate, but you suspect that abuse has occurred or is occurring, please tell someone. Relay your concerns to the local adult protective services, long-term care ombudsman, or the police.

Can you tell someone you’re worried about them?

Often just telling someone else about a problem can make someone feel better. Let them know you’re there to listen. Tell them what you’re worried about. If you think they have been doing things which are unsafe, talk about what you’ve noticed.

What to do when elderly can’t take care of themselves?

Aging Parents Refusing Help: How to Respond

1. Evaluate Your Parent’s Situation. Before anything, take a look at your parent’s living conditions, activities, and mental health.
2. Focus On The Positives.
3. Make It About You.
4. Enlist Experts (If You Have To)
5. Give Options.
6. Start Small.

Who can I talk to about my elderly parents?

If you find that the conversations aren’t going well you might suggest that your parents talk with a third party- a geriatric care manager, a financial planner, counselor or a lawyer-if you think that they could use some expert assistance.

Can you force an elderly person to go to the hospital?

The truth is that a person who is of sound mind has the right to refuse medical treatment. This means that family caregivers cannot force their loved ones to seek out or receive medical treatments, even if doing so would improve their health and quality of life.

What can social services do for the elderly?

We can give you advice and recommend support, including:

• making connections with support in your community.
• equipment or home adaptations to support you with daily tasks.
• home monitoring and personal alarms.
• personal care at home – initial CA assessment.
• supported housing options and care homes.

What can seniors get free?

Freebies for seniors are especially important if you are living on little income.

• Free Stuff for Seniors.
• Free Dental Care.
• Free Medical Services.
• Free Eye Care.
• Free Hearing Aids.
• Free Food for Seniors.
• Free Mobility Aids.
• Free Public Transportation.

What services are available for the elderly?

Food and Nutrition Programs

• Congregate and Home Delivered Meals.
• Nutrition Counseling.
• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
• Caregiver Respite.
• Caregiver Counseling.
• Senior Housing Apartments.
• Section 8 Housing.
• Home Repair and Modification Assistance.

What are signs that an elderly needs assistance?

Changes in Behavior and Mental Status

• Lack of drive or motivation.
• Loss of interest in hobbies and activities.
• Difficulty keeping track of time.
• Failure to return phone calls to friends and family members.
• Changes in mood or extreme mood swings.
• Increased agitation.
• Verbally or physically abusive behaviors.

How do you deal with a negative elderly mother?

How to Deal With a Negative Parent

1. Consider whether this is a new problem. If it is, there could be a medical reason for this change in personality.
2. Accept that negative behavior is not your fault.
3. Acknowledge your parent’s concerns.
4. Tackle boredom.
5. Set limits (if you can)
6. Get help.
7. Take care of yourself.
8. Take a break.

How do you deal with a demanding elderly parent?

While you primarily carry the load, consider ten tips for dealing with demanding elderly parents without sacrificing your own needs.

1. Schedule Regular Medical Checkups.
2. Arrange Transportation.
3. Perform Home Maintenance.
4. Schedule Companionship.
5. Purchase Food Delivery.
6. Offer Social Activities.
7. Perform Light Housekeeping.