Social connection is something that seniors might not think about as much as they used to, but it’s still important for them. Staying connected with the world around them helps seniors to battle loneliness, helps them to feel as if they belong, and it keeps them engaged in what’s happening. One easy answer to help seniors stay connected is companion care at home. These caregivers come to seniors in their homes and spend time with them.
Removing Socialization Barriers
This type of home care service ensures that seniors have as few barriers as possible to the socialization that they need. Often seniors find that they can no longer drive or have fewer transportation options than they had in the past. This can limit their socialization significantly. It’s also difficult to be the one to initiate social engagements, making seniors feel left out. Because companion caregivers can come to them and are there simply to socialize with them, this type of care reduces a ton of these social barriers.
Supporting Independence
Companion caregivers aren’t there to take over any aspect of what’s happening for seniors they visit. They don’t dictate what seniors will do or how they socialize and they’re not there to change anything about what seniors are doing. What they do offer is some emotional support and choice that allows seniors to maintain their independence for as long as they can.
Reconnecting with Friends and Family
Working with companion care at home can be a great way for seniors to reconnect with friends and family members. Because they can help with transportation, this type of care makes it easier for seniors to visit people they love. Companion caregivers can also help seniors set up video chats or use other technical tools to communicate with other people.
Building New Relationships
Just by being there, companion caregivers help seniors to build new relationships. But they can also help seniors to venture out more into the community and meet new people. Spending time at a local park or venturing out to try new community events can be just a few of the ways that seniors experience more social engagement.
Supporting Seniors Where They Are
What’s really important is that companion caregivers support seniors where they are right now. They’re offering them the assistance and support that they need in the moment to have a better and more connected social life. Even if all seniors want to do is enjoy some conversations, games, or activities at home one-on-one, that’s something that companions can help them to do. However active seniors can or want to be socially, companion caregivers can assist them in trying those activities on for size.
It’s a big step to try being more socially engaged, especially as a senior. Companion care at home offers aging adults an easy way to get the companionship and socialization that they need to be healthier and happier as they age in place. Over time, seniors may start to see even greater benefits, including boosted moods and reduced stress.
The staff at Home Care Matters is available to talk with you and your family about all of your needs. Home Care Matters is a home care agency providing quality and affordable companion care at home in Lawrenceville, GA, and the surrounding areas. Call (770) 965-4004 for more information.
We provide elder care in Braselton, Buford, Dacula, Duluth, Flowery Branch, Gainesville, Johns Creek, Lawrenceville, Oakwood, Sugar Hill, Suwanee, Barrow County, Forsyth County, Gwinnett County, Hall County, Jackson County, North Fulton County.
Valerie has the unique experience with home care as she has experienced it from both ends of the spectrum, as a caregiver and as needing care herself as a cancer survivor. Valerie says, “Taking care of someone you love is a physically, mentally and demanding labor of love.Taking care of my mom was the hardest thing I have ever done. It has given me an insight and perspective not many people understand unless you are doing it or have done it.I loved taking care of my mom.I love helping others take care of their love ones too.And now that I’ve been sick, it’s given me a whole new level of empathy and understanding for those who are sick and need help.”
Valerie’s schedule varies daily, but she loves visiting with our clients, families, caregivers, our network partners and being in the office.Says Valerie, “Every day is different, but I wake up excited about what we do, inspired by our team, clients and caregivers.I strive to be a resource to the community.I love my team and I love what we do every day. I like to think my mom would be proud.”
You can reach Valerie by email (Valerie@homecarematters.com) or in our office (770.965.4004).
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