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With fewer friends and family members living close by, it’s easy to become more isolated as we age. Chronic health conditions and depression can also keep us from reaching out to our local communities for companionship.
But people aren’t meant to be isolated. In fact, extreme loneliness can even cause our health to decline even more.
However, the answer to loneliness as you age doesn’t necessarily mean moving to a senior facility. In-home care can help to improve your mental health, instead.
You shouldn’t have to sacrifice your independence to have the companionship you want. If you can safely live on your own, it’s ideal that you stay at home where you feel secure and comfortable.
An in-home caregiver is a great compromise. You can maintain your independence without feeling isolated or lonely. If necessary, your caregiver can provide some medical assistance, too, so you don’t have to worry about frequent doctor’s visits.
In-home caregivers can help you with your exercises and physical therapy. They can even simply take walks with you.
Exercise doesn’t replace antidepressants, but it can help to make your mind and body feel better. This is because, when you exercise over a sustained period of time, your body has more energy and muscle strength.
Sustained exercise also helps your brain’s cognitive functioning because your body releases dopamine, a hormone that helps you think clearly, pay attention, and reduces stress and anxiety.
Symptoms of anxiety and depression are also reduced when you spend time with people you care about and participate in your hobbies. In-home caregivers can take you on small field trips to the movies or to lunch. They can also assist you with your hobbies.
Ultimately, in-home caregivers provide companionship: taking walks, going out to lunch, hanging out at home, and any other activities that are more fun with friends than solo.
Approximately 40% of assisted living residents received assistance with three or more of their daily activities. Home care agencies can give you the assistance you need to go about your daily life in the comfort of your own home.
Fedelta Home Care is a home care agency that offers in home senior care and respite care services. Our home caregivers have the professional experience you need from home care assistance. For more information about our services, contact Fedelta Home Care today.
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