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There are many seniors who still live alone and maintain their own residence but sometimes there are some challenges to those living alone and could use assistance with. If you have a loved one who is living alone at home, here are some challenges they may face.
A lot of responsibility goes into owning a home. Bills must be paid, and upkeep must be done. As individuals age memory loss can occur and it can begin to be a bit more difficult for them to maintain. There are a lot of physical limitations as we age, and we cannot always keep up with the demand of housework which can becoming strenuous or even dangerous if not done properly. Rather than hiring people to come into the home to help, why not think of a consolidating and moving into a senior’s home.
As we age it can be a struggle to get out and run daily errands. Driving can become stressful and dangerous for seniors as they age and even walking to and from the store can be strenuous.
Being home alone without much company can quickly affect a senior’s mental health and well-being. Feeling isolated can make a senior feel depressed and anxiety driven if left unchecked.
When we age along can come physical limitation or lack of energy which can make preparing meals difficult. Poor eating habits and unwanted weight loss can occur if not looked after. Sometimes people associate mealtime as a social activity and if a senior is living alone the motivation to prepare or eat a meal may take place.
