Q – My mother in Phoenix has a dog and cat that have been with her since my father passed away, she would never dream of giving them up and I wouldn’t want to put her in that situation because I can see how happy they make her. However, she does suffer from Alzheimer’s, and I worry that her safety might become an issue when she leaves the house to walk the dog, and I’m not certain if they’re receiving proper care as a result of her memory. I’ve been looking at home care agencies to help her around the house, but can they provide assistance for pets too?

A – While not all home care agencies for seniors provide pet services, Home Instead Senior Care in Phoenix can provide services to assist both the more traditional elements of home care as well as well as those that relate to the pets. Home Instead Senior Care can assist your mother by feeding the dog and cat, taking the dog for a walk, ensuring that they receive meals, and even by running errands for pet supplies. Through these home care services you can rest assured that both your mother and her best friends are well cared for, so giving them up never has to become a contending factor.

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