How Caregivers in Highland Lakes Help with Senior Isolation

If you are unfamiliar with the term "senior isolation" it refers to feelings of loneliness, and even depression, some seniors feel due to lack of social interaction and companionship. The US Census Bureau states that more than a quarter of all seniors over the age of 65 are living alone. As they age, the number of elderly adults living on their own gets even higher. If an elderly loved one lives alone and also has limited social interaction, their odds of feeling isolated increase. Caregivers from Visiting Angels^® Highland Lakes TX can help your loved one avoid senior isolation.

Negative Effects of Senior Isolation

There are many ways senior isolation can affect elderly adults. The caregivers from Visiting Angels Highland Lakes are familiar with the warning signs and effects of loneliness. Some ways senior isolation can potentially impact a loved one include:

• Chronic lung disease, arthritis, and other chronic illness have been linked to social isolation in studies.
• Elderly adults who feel lonely or isolated are more likely to make poor lifestyle choices.
• There is a higher risk of mortality if acute symptoms develop and your loved one has no one around to help.
• One study has found a direct relationship between high blood pressure and feelings of isolation.
• Senior isolation and loneliness are known to contribute to poor mental and physical health.
• Loneliness has been associated with a faster rate of cognitive decline per the University of Chicago.

Thankfully, help is available from the compassionate caregivers at Visiting Angels Highland Lakes.

Highland Lakes Caregivers can Help Alleviate Isolation

The caregivers from Visiting Angels Highland Lakes are skilled at helping elderly adults avoid senior isolation. They can provide your loved one with meaningful companionship to create a bright spot in their day. Some of the ways your elder care provider can help include:

• Assistance with transportation can help your loved one get out of the house to meet up with family and friends.
• Caregivers can help your loved one engage in activities, such as volunteering, where they can meet and connect with others.
• Social care can show your loved one how to use social media, messaging, video chat, and more to keep in touch.
• Caregivers are happy to help your loved one go for walks or exercise to help combat diabetes and high blood pressure.

If your loved one spends much of their time alone, call Visiting Angels Highland Lakes at (830) 637-7118 to learn how our caregivers can help your loved one avoid senior isolation. We can schedule a free consultation to help your loved one get started.