It is not surprising that the link between social interaction and physical health is strong. In fact, most physicians report that the unmet social needs of their patients are as directly related to their declining health as many of their other medical conditions. Because human beings are multi-dimensional and require more than just the right medicine to stay healthy, Life & Health Care of north central Iowa considers elderly companion care as important to your senior’s well-being as meal preparation or a safe home environment. As more and more aging Americans are living alone, the need for elderly companion care has increased, and not because family members are negligent.
The demands of caregiving are many and varied, and although your aging loved one may be at home all day, typically you are not. The daily responsibilities of work and caring for young children often make it very difficult, if not impossible, for family members to be available to the elderly members of their household as much as they would like. Many seniors spend hours a day alone despite the best intentions of the family. The effects, however, can be devastating as increased loneliness and lethargy can negatively affect the mental and physical health of your loved one as increased guilt and frustration take their toll on you.
Elderly companion care is a viable and vibrant option, providing a personal and present help for those times when you are simply unable to be there. Our caregivers are available to engage your loved one in meaningful conversation, to participate in enjoyable activities such as light exercise or reading, and to offer positive encouragement, personal interaction, and companionship.
If you or your loved one is in need of elderly companion care, the caregivers at Life and Health Care of north central Iowa would be honored to spend time with your aging or convalescing parent, grandparent or loved one.
