How the Companionship of Home Care Services Can Support Mental Health

Mental health problems are a common problem among aging adults. So many seniors feel alone, worried, anxious, helpless, and sad. A home care provider can spend more time with your loved one and that regular companionship can decrease isolation and loneliness that may lead to anxiety and depression. The increased social interactions may help stimulate improved moods, cognition, and overall well-being.     

Causes of Anxiety and Depression in Seniors

As aging adults grow older and more removed from the everyday life of working and interacting with the community, you may notice a decline in mental health. Here are some contributing factors:

• Isolation and lack of human interaction
• Anxiety from the news
• Concern about aging and death
• Family problems
• Financial troubles
• Feeling helpless
• Feeling out of touch
• Feeling like no one cares about them

Often, aging adults process these feelings by themselves, not knowing who to reach out to or feeling like no one can relate to their fears. However, the simple addition of inserting a person in their life to communicate with and have a listening ear can change everything.

How Home Care Services  Can Help

When your loved one has a home care provider in the house, they have someone they can talk to. This listening ear is vital to processing their fears and joys. They can even learn new skills from the provider     , boosting confidence.

Here are some benefits to mental health from having a home care service provider:

• Improved Moods: Companionship is a beautiful thing. People were made to connect with other humans and learn about each other. When an aging loved one has someone to spend time with, whether playing games, learning about new technology, or sharing memories, they will immediately experience a boost in the mood. It feels good to spend time with another human being.
• Increased Cognitive Skills: A home care provider can play games with seniors or ask questions about their family, naming each person and learning details about their lives. These brain exercises keep the senior’s mental cognition sharper.
• Improved Overall Wellness: Human connection is the pathway to better life experiences and increased feelings of joy. When you invest in someone else’s life, you have something to look forward to. Bonding with a home care provider can improve the quality of life for aging seniors who need a little extra help with their daily tasks.

Look at all the benefits you can receive from having home care workers in your house. You won’t want to delay another minute. Instead, please call our Bonita Springs Healthcare Services team to learn about the options specific to your needs.