Aging changes us. As our loved ones grow older, they may realize that their body now has new limitations that didn’t once exist. These changes can often leave older adults feeling frustrated, upset, angry, and even helpless. While these changes are inevitable, their damage can be minimized by providing older adults with the opportunity to take back control of their lives.
- “My home, my rules,” has no age restrictions. Older adults in nursing homes and assisted living facilities may be confined to visiting hours and planned community outings, but those who can remain in their homes can come and go as they please.
- Many obstacles older adults face in the house can be overcome with simple home modifications and assistive devices. Allowing a loved one the opportunity to conquer these challenges can give them a more excellent feeling of choice and agency over their own life. In turn, this can increase their sense of self-worth and self-esteem.
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