The following signs indicate that it may be time to consider a change from home care to 24-hour live-in care at home:
Compromised balance or frequent imbalance, which may be a result of age, a neurological problem or an accident
Recent hospitalisation or stay in a rehabilitation facility after a stroke, fracture or heart attack
Frequent confusion or agitation in the dark or upon waking up in the middle of the night
Wandering from home, on foot or in a vehicle, and getting confused or lost
Frequent fainting
Fright or confusion over the short absences of family, friends or caregivers