Companionship and Socialization for Older Seniors
Palm Beach County, Florida
Elders who
reside in nursing homes and assisted living facilities often have limited
contact with the friends and neighbors they once shared
their lives with. Adjusting to communal living can be
very stressful and restrictions can make it difficult to
form  new
relationships. Residents often feel forgotten, lonely,
and isolated
from the real world.
Elder
Friends can provide a “Friendly Visitor” to visit the resident on a regular
basis to create a new supportive relationship. A Friend
can become a link to the outside world to discuss shared
interests, life’s experiences, and a cup of coffee.
Reminiscing about “the way it was” is always pleasant.
A Friend
can visit weekly or more often, shop for essentials, play games,
accompany the elder on walks and to activities, and make
a special day such as a birthday and a holiday special.
Elders look forward to the visits and depend on the
conversation and interaction they have with their
Friends to brighten their days.
An Elder
Friend can be the link the family needs to be assured that their loved one is
getting the attention he/she requires.
Should the
elder client or their family require Professional Care Management intervention, Elder
Care Consultants of South Florida, our sister company,
is available for consultation. |
