In 2016, our family faced a profound challenge that reshaped our lives. Our beloved mother’s health took a distressing turn. She was grappling with early-stage dementia and was further burdened by the loss of her sight following eye surgery. As a family, we were confronted with the daunting task of balancing our already busy lives with the responsibility of providing the best possible care for her. 

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The challenges were immense. Our attempts at finding the right balance in facilities proved to be a struggle, and our mother found the experience overwhelming. It was a difficult time for the family. 

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Then, in early 2019, a decision was made a decision that would prove to be invaluable when the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the United States in 2020. With the full support of my sibling, I chose to bring our mother home. This decision not only brought comfort and familiarity to her daily life but also ensured her safety during the challenging times that lay ahead. 

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The journey with my mother compelled me to delve deeper into the impact of COVID-19 on vulnerable adults, and children. This journey was the turning point that fueled my profound empathy for caregivers and families in need. Inspired by this, Balanced Solutions Healthcare Services was founded.

 

Through experience, I learned that family caregiving is undeniably rewarding but it often comes with common challenges that can leave the caregivers overwhelmed, anxious, and even intimidated by their responsibilities.  

These challenges include:

 

Time Constraints: Caregivers frequently find themselves with limited time for self-care and other family members. Balancing caregiving duties often means sacrificing personal hobbies, vacations, and even struggling with work schedules.

 

Emotional and Physical Stress: Research indicates that 22% of caregivers experience declining health due to the emotional strain of caring for conditions like Dementia or Alzheimer's. The physical demands, such as lifting and assisting with mobility, take a toll as well.

 

Financial Strain: Many family caregivers are unpaid, leading to financial difficulties and the inability to cover bills on time.

 

Sleep Deprivation: Irregular sleep patterns disrupt caregivers' well-being, exacerbating the strain they are already under.

 

Reluctance to Seek Help: Caregivers often hesitate to ask for assistance, feeling burdened by their responsibilities. This reluctance stems from a fear of passing on their duties or admitting they can't handle it all.

 

Lack of Privacy: Taking in a loved one can lead to a loss of privacy in the home, making it challenging to establish boundaries and find moments of respite.

 

Depression and Isolation: The risk of depression is high among caregivers due to their time-consuming duties and lack of social interaction. Feelings of isolation and loneliness are common.

 

Balanced Solutions Healthcare acknowledges these challenges firsthand. We recognize the importance of striking a balance between caregiving and maintaining your own life. Our mission is to provide the best possible care tailored to each individual's unique needs. We are committed to caring for your loved ones while enabling you to live a well-rounded life and alleviate stressors.

 

At Balanced Solutions Healthcare, we foster a family-oriented culture that seamlessly integrates into each client's home and lifestyle. Our caregivers, whether HHAs or CNAs, are selected with care to ensure compatibility and client satisfaction. Through rigorous training, we equip our staff to deliver compassionate and exemplary care, built on trust, knowledge, and dependability.