It’s unfortunately common for seniors to battle with both anxiety and depression as they age in place. Figuring out why they’re having trouble with these two issues can go a long way toward helping seniors find a solution. Companion care at home providers can help with this, too, while also offering companionship and a friendly person to spend time with regularly.
Changes in Abilities and Daily Activities
Seniors experience big changes as they grow older. They may have reduced mobility or have more trouble with daily tasks and activities than they’ve experienced in the past. No longer being able to keep up with activities they used to love or that are essential for daily life can be incredibly frustrating and upsetting, which can lead to depression and anxiety.
Trouble Eating or Maintaining Weight
Weight changes, especially ones that are unintentional, can be a source of anxiety for seniors. But it’s important to realize that if seniors are already anxious or depressed, they may have trouble eating as regularly as they should. So, changes in their weight or appetite could be the cause of the problem, or they could merely be a symptom. Family members may have to do a little more gentle probing to figure out what’s going on.
Loneliness and Isolation
Feeling isolated and lonely can quickly lead to depression for aging adults. So often, family members and friends live too far away to visit often, or seniors experience health challenges that keep them home alone. Companion care at home offers a direct solution to loneliness and isolation. As seniors spend more time with companion caregivers, they’re less likely to have the same issues with anxiety and depression.
Sleep Issues
Poor sleep creates a whole lot of issues for aging adults. When seniors don’t sleep well, their entire circadian rhythm can get thrown out of whack. Sleep also helps with cognitive issues, mood regulation, and energy levels. So, poor sleep means that seniors are more likely to have a difficult time engaging in activities they enjoy, which can eventually lead to depression.
Brain Fog or Trouble Concentrating
Health issues and hormonal changes can lead to trouble with brain fog or trouble concentrating. This is frustrating and can leave seniors feeling like they are constantly forgetting something. If the health issues are cognitive issues, like the beginning stages of dementia, seniors may feel embarrassed about their memory troubles. That can lead them to isolate themselves and experience depression about the changes they’re going through. Companion care at home providers can help seniors remember important events and information, which is a huge relief.
Grief and Loss
As seniors age, they experience loss and grief. Over time, those losses can add up. Seniors may lose people they love, skills, abilities, and independence. The weight of those losses can be a lot to bear and can even lead to anxiety and depression. Having someone to talk to can help.
Anxiety and depression are never something that family members want seniors to battle, especially alone. With the help of companion care at home, seniors have someone friendly to talk to and interact with regularly.
If you or an aging loved one are considering Companion Care at Home Services in Nashville TN, please get in touch with the caring staff at Senior Solutions Home Care. (615) 307-4509
Senior Solutions Home Care is a Trusted Home Care Agency serving Nashville, Brentwood, Nolensville, Gallatin, Hendersonville, Smyrna, Murfreesboro, Mount Juliet, Lebanon, Goodlettsville, Davidson County, and surrounding areas.
Over the years, we have expanded, providing service in all 95 counties throughout Tennessee, and we now have a growing presence in Georgia.
Senior Solutions is recognized as a top 5% independent agency and a three-time Inc. 5000 honoree in 2018, 2019, and 2020. These types of awards matter to us because they show growth in our goal of eventually touching a million lives. We’re excited to continue that growth and to touch even more families with our commitment to quality care!
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