Why Seniors Shouldn’t Face Their Health Journey Alone
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As you might already know, getting older can come with its fair share of health challenges, and navigating them alone can be tough. Generally speaking, there’s a major problem with loneliness and isolation when it comes to seniors, and while yes, this does affect mental health and even cognitive health, being more socially active can impact both of those in a positive way and even your physical health too.
Just think about it: more support means getting into a solid exercise routine, getting into an exercise group (like those walking clubs), and so on.
But here’s the thing – seeking extra support can make life a lot easier and more enjoyable. Sure, exercise is a great example, but it’s more than just staying active. Support means help with medication, mental health, companionship, and so on. The older you get, the more challenging it is to do all of this alone. So, with all of that said, let’s go ahead and take a look at why getting that extra bit of help is so important.
Easier for Managing Medications and Treatments
So, for starters, keeping track of multiple medications can be tricky. Even if you’re not a senior, this can all still be tricky. Just think about it; there are instructions, doses, and timing, and all of them need to be spot on, and that can easily get confusing. So, with all of that said, just having extra support – whether from a healthcare professional, family member or even a handy reminder app – can take away the stress and ensure everything is running smoothly. After all, making sure you’re taking the right medications at the right time is crucial to staying healthy.
Best for Staying Social and Connected
It’s easy to feel isolated, especially if health issues are making it harder to get out and about. Again, isolation and loneliness are major problems for seniors. But overall, staying connected with others is important for mental and emotional well-being.
Plus, you need to have that support system, too; everyone of all ages needs that. It doesn’t even matter what conditions you have either; there are so many communities (welcome to all ages) for different health conditions, and so many helpful resources too, like online diabetes resources, dementia, depression, and even things that are more specific like widowers and so on. You never have to feel alone, no matter what it is or what you’re going through.
It’s All About Staying Active and Mobile
Okay, so needless to say, just keeping active is one of the best things you can do for your health, but aches, pains, or mobility issues can sometimes get in the way. This is where a bit of extra help can really make a difference. Now, earlier a club/group was mentioned, since this is usually the go-to for a lot of seniors. However, not all seniors want to be in groups (which is understandable).
But there’s still other options for support, like working with a physiotherapist, a fitness coach, or even a walking buddy, having someone by your side can keep you motivated and safe (like a partner, family member, neighbour, friend, etc). But overall, just staying active doesn’t have to mean intense workouts – it’s about moving in a way that feels good for you and supports your overall well-being.
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