Ways to Help Seniors Avoid Isolation

Are you or a loved one isolated from other people?

Do you or a loved one get social anxiety?

Do you prefer to be by yourself?

According to a study conducted by the Drexel University of Public Health, “seniors living in areas with greater social capital had significantly higher physical mobility scores than those living in lower social capital neighborhoods. Living in a place with greater social capital—where there is more trust and more helpful neighbors—you will feel more comfortable walking around to get to places you need to go, which helps you stay mobile,” and less isolated.

If your parent or loved one doesn’t live in an area with social capital, then it is important to encourage them in certain ways to get involved in something they enjoy doing to promote social health.

A Place for Mom suggests the top ways to promote connectedness and social health include:

1. Making transportation available
2. Promote sense of purpose or hobbies that interest them
3. Encourage religious seniors to maintain attendance at their places of worship
4. Give a senior something to take care of
5. Encourage a positive body image
6. Encourage hearing and vision tests
7. Make adaptive technologies available
8. Notify neighbors of your loved one’s condition so they can keep a friendly eye out in case anything seems amiss
9. Encourage dining with others
10. Address incontinence issues
11. Give a hug
12. Giving extra support to seniors who have recently lost a spouse
13. Identification of socially isolated seniors by public health professionals
14. Help out a caregiver in your life

Have you or a loved one overcome isolation? Please let us know your story and what helped you! We’d LOVE to hear your story!

Hillside Terrace Senior Living offers elderly care in Ann Arbor and the surrounding areas. Trust is an important factor when placing your family member under someone else’s care. We can help your family create peace of mind. When you’re at home, you’ll know your loved one is taken care of and in good hands. Hillside Terrace – “Where our family shares life with your family!”

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