Loneliness is a problem for people of all ages, but a recent study says it now affects 1 in 3 seniors and there is evidence it adversely impacts physical health.
The study, commissioned by the AARP, found that loneliness can be even more detrimental to health than being sedentary and overweight. Women were more likely than men to report a lack of companionship, the researchers found, and living alone, not working and living in lower-income homes were all associated with feeling lonely.
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Resolving the problem of loneliness involves some thought and some time. Moving a home-bound senior in with relatives may or may not make the situation better. In face it may make things worse, especially when there are many people involved and living in the same household. Trying to push a single senior out into new social circles where they will be uncomfortable may not be the answer either.
Many times there in an underlying cause for a person’s loneliness, and a session with a mental health professional may uncover the cause and then the solution. Ongoing sessions may in fact relieve depression, and medication may also help.
Feingold Home Health Care Services is proud to employ individuals with varying backgrounds, talents, and certifications so that we can offer a wide range of help to people who are concerned about their loved ones who live alone. We use our years of experience to assess the situation and then combine the resources of our companions, home health assistants, and nurses to offer a plan of action.
If you are uncertain about what to do or how much it may cost, it costs nothing to pick up the phone and call us. We are here to answer questions and to help. (561)-210-9096
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