How Senior Care in Sterling Heights Helps with Isolation & Loneliness

Around 28 percent of seniors over the age of 65 are living alone according to the US Census Bureau. When seniors also have limited social interaction, they have a higher risk of feeling isolated and alone. Limited social interaction can happen for a variety of reasons. Seniors who are grieving the loss of a loved one, who have recently stopped driving, or who deal with chronic health issues or limited mobility can all be at a greater risk of isolation. While isolation can have a way of sneaking up on you, it doesn't happen overnight. You can help your loved one combat senior isolation by arranging for senior care from Visiting Angels^® Sterling Heights MI. We can provide your loved one with regular social interaction and joyful companionship.

Senior Care Provides Meaningful Connections

Senior care from Visiting Angels Sterling Heights helps older adults avoid isolation by providing meaningful connections between caregiver and client. Studies indicate there is a 50% decrease in the risk of early death when seniors have strong social connections. Which factors can contribute to an increased risk of early death for isolated seniors? Some are listed below:

• There is a faster rate of cognitive decline in isolated seniors
• Lack of immediate aid for seniors who become acutely ill
• Increased likelihood of poor lifestyle choices for lonely seniors
• Isolation is associated with declining physical & emotional health

Visiting Angels Sterling Heights provides meaningful companionship through our senior care services and one-on-one attention. Shared activities such as reading aloud, playing cards, and going for walks can all help create a trusting bond between your loved one and their caregiver. Your loved one's caregiver can also help them connect with fellow seniors by providing transportation to social outings, classes, and volunteer activities. 

Senior Care Supports Ongoing Independence

The benefit of senior care from Visiting Angels Sterling Heights is twofold. Along with the joyful companionship your loved one receives, they will have access to useful aid with daily tasks such as household organization, preparing healthy meals, running errands, light housekeeping tasks, and more. Seniors needn't worry that professional care will hinder their independence. Aid with activities of everyday living can actually help prolong your loved one's independence.

If you have an elderly parent who lives alone, call Visiting Angels Sterling Heights today and ask how our senior care can help them combat loneliness.