Comments on: How to make a dependent elder feel independent in homecare?

By: Melissa D

Melissa D — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 07:01:59 +0000

Let her make choices and perhaps finding a group for her or contacting some of her friends to help do things.Also she is at the age of 82 and she may not feel the strength of trying to get back to her young active self. If she seems depressed try talking to her doctor, sometimes medical personal can "get through" to people when they wont listen to family. Goodluck and I hope she finds activities to help build her strength
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By: Bob

Bob — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 06:27:59 +0000

Yes Life Alert is the best way and if there is anything that is called in have them call you also...but that will help her with her independence.
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By: Skylar

Skylar — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 06:18:59 +0000

Talk to her, help her get back doing things on her own.
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By: Coach Shana

Coach Shana — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 05:37:59 +0000

I would talk to her openly and candidly about it. Tell her how you feel, how much you respect and admire her for being so courageous with this. Treat her like the amazing woman she is. Ask her what you can do to support her to feel more independent? I want to acknowledge you for being so loving and strong in supporting her the way you do.
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By: a123bghj

a123bghj — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 04:54:59 +0000

life alert lol
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