David Lattin, President of Senior Helpers West Houston, knows all too well the challenges and rewards of caring for a loved one because he has provided care for his own aging mother. He understands the value of what it means to age in place, at home. David is a former basketball player who went on to make his mark at Texas Western College (now the University of Texas at El Paso) by leading the Miners to a historic national championship in 1966. He was a first round draft pick of the San Francisco Warriors, playing for one season before being traded to the Phoenix Suns and ending his pro career with the Harlem Globetrotters in 1976. David enjoys helping others, staying healthy, and cycling long distances to remain active.
Xuan "Ly" Lam
Ly is currently the Director of Operations of Senior Helpers West Houston. She graduated cum laude from the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences at Texas Southern University in 2012. Ly began her professional career the Director of Pharmacy of a surgical hospital in Southeast Texas. She enjoys photography, capturing the sunset, and taking long meditative jogs at Memorial Park in Houston, Texas.
ServicesOnce you have determined that your elderly loved one needs assistance, it is important to honor their wish to remain happy and independent in their own home. But for your own peace of mind, you need to know that they are completely safe and cared for in all situations.
Where to Start: Our Initial In-Home Care Interview Even when you are close to a senior family member, it can be difficult to know their specific needs. And in some cases, they might be apprehensive to mention their more personal needs.
The complimentary, initial in-home care interview with a Senior Helpers consultant can help you survey your options. Together you can discuss your loved one's needs and our services to determine what is best for your entire family. We will cover: ● Your family's specific goals ● Your loved one's daily plan design and schedule ● Pricing and payment methods ● Implementation process ● Ongoing communication and follow-up plan
Companion Care Our companion care line of services offers daily companionship and assistance with daily living activities. If your loved one is living alone and your visits are limited, social interaction becomes very important to their happiness and helps prevent feelings of isolation and depression. Whether they need a little fun or maybe just help keeping house and running errands, we have you covered with home care activities such as: ● Caring companionship and conversation ● Help with hobbies (scrapbooking, games, gardening, sports, news) ● General shopping and errands ● Transportation to appointments ● Help with housekeeping (laundry and ironing, vacuuming and dusting, meal preparation, washing dishes, caring for pets and plants)
Personal Care Our personal care line of services helps your loved ones with more intimate, non-medical care needs. Whether it is for normal aging challenges, hospital recovery or sickness, we are here to make everyday life easier and more manageable. Our experienced caregivers are specifically trained to handle these tasks and our care managers will be closely involved to conduct periodic assessments to survey your loved one's care. ● Personal hygiene assistance ● Medication reminders ● Diet monitoring and meal planning ● Walking assistance ● Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care ● Customized care plans ● Cueing programs to stimulate memory ● Constant patient monitoring ● Supervise medication and daily activities ● Fostering of supportive communication ● Promoting a positive environment ● Providing meaningful activities ● Housekeeping ● Laundry & ironing ● Vacuuming & dusting ● Meal preparation & washing dishes ● Caring for pets and plantsAdditional Servicessenior care elder care home care caregivers personal care assisntant assistance home health aide certified nurses aide companion care respite care in-home