What Are the Best Ways to Cheer Up Your Elderly Loved One?

Has your elderly loved one been struggling to be happy lately? If so, they may be experiencing a bit of depression. The good news is that there are ways you and home care providers can help your elderly loved one cheer up. If you find that any of the tips below help your elderly loved one feel better, you and home care providers can work them into your loved one’s life regularly.  

Meeting Other People 

One of the reasons why your elderly loved one might be feeling down is because they are lonely. Many senior citizens sit home a lot of the time. They may have friends who moved in with their family members or into a home. If your elderly loved one doesn’t have many people to spend their time with, it may be time for them to meet new people.  

You or professional caregivers can take your loved one to the mall, senior centers, local parks, or other places to meet new people. If your elderly loved one can make new friends, hopefully, that will cheer them up.  

Using Technology 

If people use technology too much it can cause depression, headaches, and other issues. However, if your elderly loved one doesn’t feel that great emotionally, using technology sometimes can help. You or senior care providers can have your loved one play games, socialize with family members and friends, and watch comedy movies on electronics. All these things can help to put your elderly loved one in a better mood. 

Adopting a Pet 

Has your elderly loved one ever considered adopting an adult dog? Many younger people want puppies. There are so many older dogs stuck in shelters because of that reason. However, senior citizens don’t usually want to deal with potty training a dog. That is why older dogs are great for elderly people. In addition, older dogs are often stuck in their ways, similar to most senior citizens. Your elderly loved one might really connect with a new dog. The dog can be a companion for your loved one, as well.  

Conclusion 

If your elderly loved one hasn’t been very happy lately, there are ways that you and home care providers can help with that. You can get your elderly loved one an adult dog, help them to use technology, or get them to meet other people. All these things can improve your loved one’s mood and boost the happiness in their life, too.  

If you or an aging loved-one is considering home care in St. Peters, MO please contact the caring staff at Autumn Home Care, LLC today at 636-448-9347. 

Sources 

https://www.lifehack.org/articles/communication/25-simple-and-creative-ways-cheer-someone.html

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Kimberly Burdo

Owner at Autumn Home Care, LLC

Autumn Home Care is a locally owned and operated in-home elder care provider, dedicated to helping clients remain in the homes they love for as long as they can. We are a non-medical home care company, staffed by warm and compassionate professionals, experienced in taking care of seniors in various stages of health. We handle a wide range of services, such as help with shopping, housekeeping, attending doctor’s appointments, and preparing meals. We also provide clients with limited mobility or more intensive conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease or Dementia that need a higher level of personal care. Call our team if you need help with a loved one's care.

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