Why are companionship services so important?

It is a fact that senior isolation can increase depression and high blood pressure, feelings of loneliness can negatively affect physical and mental health, and social isolation can make seniors more vulnerable to elder abuse and scams. Loss of a spouse, transportation issues, incontinence issues, and cognitive impairment can all lead to social isolation.  Many seniors are afraid to leave the house due to balance issues and their fear of falling. Often times one spouse won’t leave the other spouse alone due to their dementia or mobility issues and will both will become isolated and depressed. Companionship services can help!

The good news is that having a caregiver or companion drop by and visit a few times a week can dramatically make a positive difference in a senior’s life as well as the life of the senior’s spouse and family. Having a companion can allow a senior to successfully age in place in their own home, reduce social isolation, lesson depression and loneliness.

Many times, technology can help with companionship. Take a look at Age Tech ideas to see options.