Tips for the Elderly to Remove Mental and Emotional Strain

Everyone experiences mental and emotional strain from time to time. The important thing is to pay attention to your loved ones and realize when this becomes a problem. Many elderly people struggle with mental and emotional issues every day. Unfortunately, these issues are not always recognized. The good news is that there are tips for the elderly to remove or lessen their mental and emotional issues.  

Doing One Thing at a Time 

One of the most important ways to lessen or get rid of mental and emotional strain is to do one thing at a time. You may find that your elderly loved one tries to do too many things at once. Multitasking is possible. However, most people who do it find they are more stressed than when they aren’t multitasking. It would be a good idea to remind your elderly loved one not to do so much at once. If they feel more things need to be done, you can always hire caregivers to help them.  

Slowing Down 

Does your elderly loved one usually do things at a fast pace? You might notice they rush around their house trying to get all the chores done. They may talk really fast, too. If you notice this, it is important to remind them to slow down. Rushing around can cause a lot of stress, decreased focus, and confusion. One thing that can be done is to get your elderly loved one a journal. This way, they can write down things they need to do or things they are thinking about. Doing this can help your loved one to slow down and to lower their stress levels.  

Expressing Emotions 

Is your elderly loved one a person that keeps their emotions to themselves? If so, bottling up these emotions, instead of expressing them, can make your elderly loved one very stressed. It can also cause anxiety and other mental health issues. If you want to help your elderly loved one with this, you should encourage them to open up to you or caregivers. The more they open up and get off their chest, the less overwhelmed they will likely feel.  

Conclusion 

Does your elderly loved one have mental or emotional issues they deal with every day? If so, it is important to help them deal with and manage these things. There are many ways this can be done. You can start by helping them implement the tips mentioned above. You can also hire caregivers to be companions for your elderly loved one. 

 If you or an aging loved one are considering a Caregiver in Keyport,  NJ, please contact the caring staff at Lares Home Care 888-492-3538 or 732-566-1112. 

Sources 

https://www.health.harvard.edu/stress/stress-relief-tips-for-older-adults

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Roy Kleinert

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Roy Kleinert founded Lares Home Care in 2015, when he decided to leave Wall Street and make a shift into the home care industry. During the illness of a family member, he recognized an opportunity to help seniors better age in place with dignity and grace. Roy lives in Marlboro, NJ with his family and his three dogs. Roy is also the certified handler of Lares therapy dogs: Max and Boomer. Together, they visit local hospitals, rehab facilities, and senior living communities, bringing “four-legged-cheer” wherever they go. Lares Home Care is dedicated to providing the highest quality of client care and customer service.

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