How to Help a Senior Heal After a Loss
Grief can come in many forms, and it can be hard for a senior to get through alone. This is the time that you need to be there for your parents, but it can be hard to know how to help. Some seniors may withdraw from the family or may not want the help you’re offering. This is the time to invest in companion care at home who can help a senior work through a loss in multiple ways.
Some seniors may want to feel distracted when they lose a partner, and you may want to help them. However, you may be struggling with grief just like your parents or loved ones. Often a loss is something the whole family struggles with, and it can be hard to work through this. Firstly, what you can do is take the time to work through this yourself. It will be much harder to help your loved one if you are struggling too. Both of you need to take the time to work through and accept the family loss.
The aging process brings loss more than families like to admit. It is a natural part of life, but it doesn’t make it easier to accept or deal with. The important thing to keep in mind is that you all need time to cope. Rushing the grieving process will not help you, the seniors, or the rest of the family. There are other tips to keep in mind when helping a senior after a family loss.
Tips on How to Help The Senior Work Through Grief
Companion Care at Home Horizon West, FL: Seniors and Loss
Here are some tips you can use to ensure your beloved senior is healing from the loss. Companion care at home is a professional who can help ensure a senior is also working through the grief. There are stages of grief and each senior will work through the process differently.
Give a Senior Space
Some people love space because it gives them the time to work through the process without feeling like a burden. Giving a senior space is great as long as it does not affect their mental and physical health. Companion care at home can help a senior remain independent from the rest of the family while still being safe.
Spend Time With Them
Once you’ve given them space it is time to spend time with them. Going over to visit them to make sure they are healthy and working through the grieving process can be a great way to heal together. This can mean a lot to a senior and is important.
Talk About It
You can talk about the loss and how it is affecting you but also ask how it is affecting the senior. Sometimes it can be nice to talk about the person who passed away. Talk about your favorite memories in honor of them to celebrate the life they lived with your parent who is still alive.
Watch for Signs of Lasting Depression
It is normal to feel sad after a loss, however if the sadness continues after a long period of time, this can be mentally unhealthy. This is a sign a senior may need to talk to a professional about how they’re doing and feeling.
If you or an aging loved-one is considering Companion Care at Home in Horizon West, FL please contact the caring staff at Winter Garden Senior Home Care today. (407) 347-2050
Founder / Owner
Jennifer Talbot is the Co-Owner of Winter Garden Senior Home Care in Winter Garden Florida.The business opened on Plant Street in October of 2007 (formally known as Age Advantage).
Jennifer remains active in the business and enjoys personally meeting with families looking for professional, classy caregivers. She prides herself in taking the time to listen and appreciate the personalities and life experiences of people who wish to “age in place”.Her unique ability to match people with their ideal caregiver, combined with a strong sense of service is what makes her business so successful.
Mrs. Talbot is a current member and past president of the Winter Garden Rotary Club, past president of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary, active West Orange Chamber member, Recipient of the “Spirit of West Orange” Award 2017, Past Business Networking International Growth Coordinator, Past Committee member and founder of South Lake’s HINT, sustainer member of the West Orange Junior Service League, past board member for AGED, advisory board member for Elder Advocates, a United States Air Force brat, and proud mother of two college graduates.
Rebecca Lanterman
Owner
Rebecca has worked in the Central Florida medical community for over 10 years.She is a native of Winter Garden, Florida andhas a driving passion to serve our seniors.It has been said that Rebecca never meets a stranger.Her experience has been in Hospice, Hospitals, Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Communities where she faithfully served as a community liaison helping residents and families understand the myriad of long term care and healthcare options.
Rebecca is the mom of a little guy who is the twinkle of her eye.She can often be heard telling stories of traveling all around the country pulling her camper.To Rebecca, to live life is to touch it and experience it.Growing up in Central Florida afforded her some unique experiences like being a part of the “Magic” at Walt Disney World where she was a Walt Disney World Spirit Ambassador.She feels that this early indoctrination by The Walt Disney Company helped her understand the true value of serving others.To this day, she still has some of that Pixie Dust.Rebecca has also accomplished countless marathons and triathlons. After the sudden loss of her dad, her training partner, in 2012 she stepped away from the sport.But, as time has passed and healing has taken place, she is back to pursuing their dreams again.This time, her dad, her trusty training partner is keeping pace in her heart.It is from that willingness and drive that Rebecca has a keen understanding of the arduous and often treacherous course that our families are on.And, she is here to come along beside you and be with you each step, each stride, and each hurdle.It’s the old adage “life is a marathon and not a sprint”.She is here along with the team at Winter Garden Senior Home Care to be a part of your journey.
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