Do you have an elderly relative or friend who has moved to a nursing home or assisted living facility? If so, you know that elderly people who are unable to live independently often have a chronic illness or some level of dementia that makes self-care–and communication–difficult.
What can you do to improve your communications–and your relationship? For starters, it’s helpful to remember that, while this kind of communication will be challenging, it’s worth doing. Maintaining a loving connection with an elderly person honors the relationship and can help to improve his or her quality of life. Read the rest of this entry »
Laurry Harmon
Great Places
Do you have an elderly relative or friend who has moved to a nursing home or assisted living facility? If so, you know that elderly people who are unable to live independently often have a chronic illness or some level of dementia that makes self-care–and communication–difficult.
What can you do to improve your communications–and your relationship? For starters, it’s helpful to remember that, while this kind of communication will be challenging, it’s worth doing. Maintaining a loving connection with an elderly person honors the relationship and can help to improve his or her quality of life. Read the rest of this entry »