Balancing Care and Luxury for the Elderly

 

Life after retirement is about much more than medication and rest. After having worked hard for a comfortable adulthood, our seniors deserve the treatment that they have looked forward to for a long time. At Antara Senior Living, we believe in providing vacation-like leisure along with the individual care and treatment they need.

If you are a caregiver too, here are a few tips you can use to make sure all your loved one’s needs are being met:

1. Give them Space

It is completely out of concern that you check on your parents repeatedly or fill their room with gifts to make sure they are doing good. But this can make them feel overwhelmed or overly dependent on you.

Remember, they are adults who have prided themselves on their independence their entire life. Don’t take that away from them. Involve them in buying decisions and ask them what kind of care they would like to receive.

This small step towards including them can make them feel stronger and they are more likely to accept a suggestion if they have been a part of the process.

2. Help them Stay Active

Keeping them engaged with various activities can significantly impact both their mental and physical health.

Don’t let them stay secluded in one room and encourage them to socialize. You can look for community spaces for the elderly, laughter groups, or other social events where they will be able to meet and talk to like-minded people their own age.

A sense of community, as well as a motivation to try new things, will add a greater sense of meaning to their lives and help them stay lively.

3. Create a Safe Environment

This means both mentally and physically.

Physically, you need to make sure that your house accommodates any special requirements that they may have. This could mean side rails for support or beds that they feel comfortable sleeping in.

Mentally, create an environment that encourages them to reach out to you if they are facing any difficulties. Older people can be hesitant to ask for help at the risk of feeling like a burden. Assure them that that is not the case and devise open channels of communication.

The more the space feels like it is designed for them, the more comfortable they will feel being themselves in it.

4. Keep yourself Updated

Visit online forums like the Antara Senior Living Blog, or community sharing spaces for caregivers and follow the various online resources available.

This is likely your first time doing this too, so don’t be afraid to reach out for help. 

If you are feeling overwhelmed by these responsibilities, it is okay to explore Home Care or Independent Living options with their consent. Expert Care can be eminently helpful for both you and your loved one.

Other than caregiving tips, make sure you also stay in touch with their doctor and get medical reports on time. While the other points would help their comfort and leisure, this is the most important thing you can do for their care.

Conclusion

Ultimately, you want to choose the best possible options and plans that are suitable for your entire family. 

This is one of the most important stages of their lives, so make sure you do not compromise on the quality of attention and care. 

If you are unsure of how much you can do while balancing your other commitments as well, convey it to them, and explore alternatives together.

Some of the options you can pick are home care facilities or senior community apartments. With everything evolving, luxury care for senior members has significantly changed from what it was 10 years ago.

But if you are still apprehensive about how to proceed, you can reach out to us at +91 120 4954444 or drop an email at contactus@antaraseniorliving.com and we will be happy to provide the assistance you need.

Until then, stay active and take care!