Communities are strongest when the people in them look out for one another. But how can concerned members of the community keep track of and care for seniors who live alone and rarely leave their homes? Today, AvilaCare Senior Living offers some caring, respectful suggestions.
Crossing the Distance
- Keep visits virtual or socially distant to lower risk for everyone.
- Utilize different ways of connecting with people from afar.
- Offer up tech knowledge to help senior members connect to others.
- Help seniors purchase necessary (and affordable) tech like a set of headphones or a smart speaker to help them hear more easily.
- If a senior has a unique talent or is simply looking for something to help fill the time, help them start a business!
Physical Well-being
- Know the signs of COVID-19 and encourage any symptomatic members to seek testing and medical care immediately.
- If you visit in-person, wear a mask and stay six feet apart at all times.
- Use in-person visits to evaluate their home for any injury risks and mitigate them if possible. If your home requires modifications, refinance to help pay for them.
Psychological Care
- Be there for them – COVID-19 has made an impact on everyone, including our seniors.
- Seniors are at higher risk of depression and other mental health issues, so learn and watch for the signs.
- If you notice any worrisome signs, offer to help them find care through a mental health professional.
- Mental health can have major stigmas, especially for older generations, so be tactful and compassionate.
- If necessary, gently discuss the possibility of assisted living – either with the senior themselves or with their family.
Communities thrive when individual members treat each other with compassion and concern. To be of service to seniors in your community, focus on ways you can keep the most vulnerable in your community safe.
AvilaCare Senior Living is founded on the belief that kindness enriches our lives. Our team is rooted in a rich history of caring for our seniors both professionally and personally. Call 469-338-0283.
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