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CarePatrol is a free senior housing placement service that helps families find independent living, assisted living, memory care and in-home care options. Our senior advisers are certified, experienced in senior placement services and review the care history of the communities we work with. We then personally identify the most appropriate communities and accompany each family as they tour. After the tours, we help each family navigate the often difficult decision making process. We will help you decide on the best care choices for your elderly loved one.See More
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When is Aging in Place No Longer Viable?
If you asked most seniors, they would tell you that their ultimate goal would be to remain in their home. However, under certain circumstances, remaining at home may no longer be the best option, or may even be detrimental. There are two influencing factors to consider. The first is safety, and the second is social interaction. Common examples of growing safety concerns in older adults: Is a loved one forgetting to take medications or taking more than the prescribed dosage? Or perhaps you have noticed spoiled food in the refrigerator. You may see a cluttered or dirty home, or a decline in grooming. Maybe even stacks of unopened mail, late payment or collection notices. Some of these may sound familiar. While each of these examples are concerning there are also situations that should be given a more urgent priority for the safety of you or a loved one. Is someone perhaps starting to wander or become lost. Have they left the stove on by accident? Frequent falls? Or you may be observing or feeling the signs of depression.While safety is key, the last item (depression) is often an indicator for the need for social interaction. The National Institute on Aging reported studies that show social relationships are consistently associated with biomarkers of health and social isolation constitutes a major risk factor for a decline. As human beings, we naturally crave social interaction, but the opportunities are often reduced as we age. In these cases, they can become trapped in their home by a lack of mobility, loss of a drivers license, or loss of family and friends. Some options to consider are adult daycare, home care, and communal living such as independent and assisted living communities that can provide a renewed outlet for companionship, socialization, and sharing ones faith, and supports more safety. It is worth consideration for both safety and social health. Editors Note: This article was submitted by-Laura Cooley, Certified Senior Advisor with CarePatrol. CarePatrol can be reached at 719-257-3001.