Sacred Heart Senior Living

Is Your Loved One Feeling Lonely or Isolated?

There is a serious physiological and psychological component to loneliness and isolation. Studies have found that socially isolated elders are twice as likely to die prematurely. The mortality rate, some say, is comparable to smoking. And consider this: loneliness is nearly twice as dangerous as obesity.

One of the major causes of isolation is widowhood, particularly for couples who have had interdependent relationships. The same can be true for spouses whose partners have dementia or are chronically ill. Social contact can fade away if they're consumed with caregiving or no longer go out much. It can lead to depression.

Some people feel isolated-and are. Here are 3 thoughts to consider with solutions:

1. Is It The Living Situation?

Is your loved one physically isolated from others? If so, could your loved one move to a more supportive place where they feels a sense of community? Sacred Heart Senior Living offers a beautiful community with private rooms and suites, an entertaining activites program, delicious meals, personal care-the right amount at the right time, medication management, physical, occupational and speech therapy on site, care staff and an excellent nursing staff that stays in tune with every change

2. Does Your Loved One Love Animals?

Caring about someone or something else can give you a sense of purpose, not to mention a warm, fuzzy feeling. Sacred Heart Senior Living offers pet therapy. Pet therapy is medicinal: it can lower blood pressure and anxiety, boost memory, and contribute to mood and a sense of well being.

3. Does Your Loved One Have Transportation?

Transportation can put the brakes on the best of plans. Sacred Heart's Activites Director plans outings to places like-the theatre, trips to the movies, restaurants. We provide the transportation to these outings.

We have physicians that vist our facility to see our residents so you don't need to worry about taking them to doctor appointments

For more ideas and help, please call Sacred Heart Senior Living at 610-814-2700 to learn about what we can offer ?