Have you noticed that your senior mom who lives alone seems lonely? It’s common for senior women to be isolated or lonely at home, especially after their partner passes away or if their kids live far away.
Being lonely can have a very bad impact on a senior’s mental and physical health. Research is being done now that indicates seniors who are aging in place and lonely have an increased risk of illnesses like heart disease, depression, and anxiety.
But there are ways that you can help your mom be less isolated. One of those is companion care at home. Companion care at home is the perfect solution for your senior mom if she’s living alone.
Companion care at home is specialized care for seniors. A companion will come to the house and share meals, talk, watch TV or movies, do crafts, play card or board games, and be there so that your mother isn’t lonely.
Obviously, having someone to spend time with is going to benefit your senior mom. But companion care at home for seniors has some unexpected benefits for seniors too like:
Cognitive Stimulation
Engaging in meaningful conversations, games, and activities with a companion can provide cognitive stimulation for seniors, helping to keep their minds sharp and active. Stimulating mental activities such as puzzles, reminiscing, or storytelling can enhance memory, attention, and cognitive function, contributing to improved brain health and quality of life.
If your mom is experiencing age-related cognitive loss, or if she has dementia, having someone visit and routinely do activities and play games with her could help her retain her cognitive function longer.
Independence
Companion care at home helps seniors who want to live at home maintain their independence. Companions do provide assistance with some tasks, but they also encourage seniors to participate in daily activities, make decisions, and engage in hobbies and interests. That’s empowering for seniors who want to continue living alone.
Safety and Security
Companionship at home provides an additional layer of safety and security for seniors, particularly those living alone. Companions can help monitor the senior’s well-being, recognize potential hazards or emergencies, and provide assistance in case of accidents or incidents, promoting peace of mind for both the senior and their family members.
Sometimes just knowing that someone is going to be visiting regularly can help seniors be less anxious when they live alone.
Family Respite and Support
Companion care offers family caregivers much-needed respite and support, allowing them to take breaks, attend to their own needs, and recharge physically and emotionally. Knowing that their loved one is in the company of a compassionate companion provides family caregivers with peace of mind and reassurance, enabling them to fulfill their caregiving responsibilities more effectively.
If you live far away from your mom knowing that she has a companion visiting often will help you feel less anxious about how your mom is doing on her own. You can talk to your mom and her companion to make sure she’s happy, healthy, and having fun at home.
If you or an aging loved one are considering Companion Care at Home in Fort Worth, TX, please contact the caring staff at Clear Path Home Care today at (817) 631-7710
Clear Path Home Care provides compassionate, high-quality home care in Bosque County, Hill County, Navarro County, Henderson County, Erath County, Somervell County, Johnson County, Ellis County, Parker County, Tarrant County, Dallas County, Kaufman County, Rains County, Hood County, VanZandt County, and Rockwall County in Texas.
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