Alternatives Interview
Alternatives reaches out and assist older adults experiencing difficulty in taking care of themselves.
As we age, certain everyday tasks that we used to do normally can become quite the challenge; maintaining our homes, balancing the checkbook, or carrying heavy things become near impossible.
Find out how you can help these older adults find a new lease on life.
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July 6, 2021
Alternatives: Assisting Older Adults In Their Needs
#265 Great.com Talks With… Alternatives
Being an older adult and living alone can be quite challenging. Some of the tasks that we do everyday, such as lifting heavy items, filling out government forms and/or balancing the checkbook seem easy enough, but for older adults 65 and up, it can be extremely daunting and nearly impossible to do. In this episode, we talk with Kathy Weiman from Alternatives about supporting older adults in these day to day activities.
Caring For Older Adults
Certain conditions such as dementia can be debilitating and can be a huge hindrance to everyday life. Old injuries that impede mobility for older adults can also make moving around a problem. Taking into account accidents that can happen such as falls, senior adults need help in getting around and getting stuff done around the house, even for simple tasks such as preparing meals. Sometimes, safety is also at risk - the numbers show that about 3 million older adults have been treated in hospitals for fall-related injuries every year.
Even for older adults living with caregivers, it can still be a weary challenge for everyone involved. Weiman and the services that Alternatives provides to caregivers and older adults helps everyone have a better quality of life through knowledgeable care management and respite, if needed.
Listen to the whole interview to find out how you can help care for older adults. You can also donate or volunteer. Caring for older members of society is something that we can always improve on, and supporting Alternatives and its services is a good way to do so.
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