How to Prevent Social Isolation
Moving a loved one into an assisted living community is a difficult time for everyone involved. Many seniors are leaving the place they have called home for most of their adult lives. Some feel they are giving up their independence and even a bit of their individuality. It can feel overwhelming. It can also be a healthy and beneficial experience for your loved one.
As we age, our peer groups naturally become smaller. Smaller peer groups combined with factors like decreased mobility or health make the act of being social more difficult. This can result in social isolation which can have a negative impact on the health and quality of life our senior’s experience. It can result in more episodes of loneliness, depression and decreased health. Moving into an assisted living community can be a challenging but, important step in a senior’s life.
As humans, we are naturally social creatures. Socializing is how we communicate with each other about ourselves and the world we live in. It’s a fundamental part of who we are as individuals and a community. Sadly, seniors in our society today are especially at risk of social isolation. Moving seniors to an assisted living community can help reduce this risk by providing an environment where seniors can engage in daily social, physical and group activities. This can reduce the risk of social isolation by offering a setting that allows seniors to engage in activities that promote social, physical and cognitive health.
Activities at Mayberry Gardens include:
- Daily walks and exercises
- Singing with local day cares and schools
- Guest speakers and lecturers
- Guest performances by various musical groups and entertainers
- Local authors
- Visits from trained animals and trainers
- And much more
The homelike surroundings and high staff to resident ratio ensure that your loved one will feel comfortable and nurtured while benefiting from a supportive and active environment. In addition to the daily activities offered at Mayberry Gardens are 24-hour watch care, daily housekeeping as well as, personal laundry and linen service. Weekly devotionals and Sunday school are also offered.
We understand how difficult the decision to move your loved one to an assisted living community is. We would be happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have. Please feel free to contact us to learn more about Mayberry Gardens and the services we can offer your loved one.