We were recently contacted by Beverly Nelson, from Stand Up for Caregivers offering great resources anyone working with seniors to help navigate the challenges of daily life for the elderly. This has extra significance during this time of the pandemic.
15 Ways to Support Our Local Senior Community
Many of us begin to experience mobility limitations, physical impairments and cognitive changes over time. Moreover, new needs arise during the current global pandemic. Since not every senior has a family member nearby to lean on, there is a large gap that the church community can help fill.
Below is a list of 15 resources to check out to help those in need:
4 Ways to Help with Aging-in-Place:
Pitch in to ensure the home of a senior who is aging in place is free from hazards.
6 Ways to Help with Daily Living:
The activities of daily living (e.g. eating, bathing, and dressing) are challenging without assistance.
- 10 Signs A Senior May Need Assistance with Daily Living
- The 5 Tasks Seniors Need Help With the Most
- 18 Easy and Healthy Meals for Seniors
- Healthy Aging in Place: 3 Ideas for Seniors Who Want to Eat Nutritiously
- Protective Face Masks: Resources on Making and Wearing Them
- Finding Transportation Services for Seniors
5 Ways to Help with Social Isolation:
Unfortunately, social isolation has been linked to several physical and mental health issues in seniors; here are ways to help prevent this.
Beverly Nelson can be reached at beverly@standupforcaregivers.org.
More information can be found at standupforcaregivers.org.