All of our communities give our seniors a better quality of life!
As we get older, we often worry about replacing teeth, knees, and encroaching memory loss. But there is another thing we need to pay attention to – mental health.
The World Health Organization says that 6.6% of all disabilities among adults aged 60 and above stems from mental health and neurological disorders.
Mental health is essential to your overall well-being and quality of life. It greatly affects how we think, feel, decide, and relate to others. Taking care of your mental health plays a key role in healthy aging.
Social Isolation and Loneliness
Oftentimes, it gets harder and harder to maintain social connections as we age. This can result to social isolation and loneliness. Social isolation means having few social contacts and people to interact with on a daily basis. Loneliness, on the other hand, refers to the feeling of being alone or separated.
Research shows that older adults who are experiencing social isolation and loneliness are more prone to heart disease, chronic lung conditions, and cognitive decline.
What Can You Do
It is of utmost importance that you seek professional services to ensure proper care for the elderly, especially during the twilight years. Growing old can actually be really overwhelming. Regular counseling is recommended to help the elderly cope with their negative state of mind.
At 428 Healthcare, we provide residents with a warm and supportive assisted living community, where one can live life to its fullest potential and get their needs attended to with skilled, compassionate care. 428 Healthcare provides mental health support, memory care support, 24/7 supervision, and everything else in between. Recognizing every person comes to us with unique circumstances and needs, our top priority is determining which of our locations offers the best match – supporting a resident’s overall well-being and providing loved ones with the needed peace of mind.
