Tips That Keep Seniors Socially Connected

Vancouver Senior Home Care  |  July 27, 2020

What Every Senior Needs to Know About the Importance of Social Connection for Well-Being

Keep Seniors Socially Connected | Since older adults spend much more time at home than when they were younger, they unfortunately often feel lonely and isolated. Not seeing family members or friends for days or more and not feeling like a part of their community anymore, seniors may become depressed or their health may deteriorate as a result of this social isolation.

Seniors who are not getting enough social stimulation can stay socially connected with the following tips.

6 Ways to Keep Seniors Socially Connected:

#1 – Encourage them to learn something new

If your loved one somewhat struggles with modern tech, it is a good idea to teach them how to use it to stay in touch with family and friends. You can teach them how to place a video call, stream movies online, or even edit pictures in special programs, it all depends on what they like and how comfortable they are with new technology.

#2 – Involve other members of the family or close friends

When you are unable to organize a get-together, you can set up a video chat with several people at the same time.

#3 – Play games online

Your loved one can play some games online on their own and then they can play virtual board games with you, their grandkids, or friends.

#4 – Have fun in real life

Day-to-day obligations may leave you with little time for anything, so make sure to set aside at least one or two days a month for your loved one and do something you both really like.

#5 – Become pen pals

If your loved one misses getting letters, you can become pen pals and send each other short notes, drawings, or pictures. They are sure to be super excited every time they receive something from you in the mail.

#6 – Consider hiring a caregiver

A professional senior care provider can help your loved one with virtually all activities of daily life, from housekeeping to medication reminders and transportation. They can also provide your loved one with companionship and keep them active and engaged.

The Best Senior Home Care Provider in Vancouver, BC, is Comfort Keepers®

Many families prefer Comfort Keepers® when arranging senior home care services for a loved one in or around Vancouver, British Columbia. 

If you are concerned about the health and well-being of your aging loved ones, we can help with 24-hour care. Comfort Keepers Vancouver also provides home care services like respite care, overnight care, Alzheimer’s disease and dementia care, personal care, and more! 

Comfort Keepers® Vancouver Can Help with Companion Care and Interactive Caregiving™

Personal and empathetic care starts in the heart and allows us to meet our clients’ needs. Comfort Keeper’s philosophy is to elevate the human spirit, and our caregivers ensure your loved one experiences a better quality of life.

Trained caregivers help provide our senior clients with personal home care to help maintain the highest possible quality of life, keeping them happy and healthy at home. Our Interactive Caregiving™ delivers a system of care that addresses safety, nutrition, mind, body, and activities of daily living (ADLs).

Bring The Best Home Care Assistance for Seniors Right Where You Live with Comfort Keepers®

Comfort Keepers® Vancouver is proud to provide elder care in homes throughout Vancouver, keeping seniors safe in their homes. We provide home care for the seniors of Vancouver and the surrounding areas of Burnaby, Langley, Maple Ridge, and Richmond. Please call (604) 689-8609. 

Personal Care and Senior Homecare in Vancouver, BC

Learn more about our unique service, which offers personal care, companionship care, palliative care, and end-of-life care by contacting the Comfort Keepers® Vancouver office.

Accredited and Quality Respite Care Available 24/7 for British Columbia Families

Accreditation Canada has awarded Comfort Keepers® Vancouver with Exemplary Standing. This designation is only achieved after an organization’s policies, procedures, and processes undergo a thorough evaluation by industry experts to ensure they meet or exceed the stringent quality standards set by Accreditation Canada for Home Care companies.

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