Your mom means the world to you. When you were hurt or sick, she was the one who was always there. Those times when you were a failure or unpopular or feeling unloved? Mom was there to convince you that you really had the world by the tail. Through the highs and lows in your life, your mom has always been there to support you and love you unconditionally.
Now, she’s aging, and you’re not quite sure how to help. You want to make sure she has a happy and enjoyable life, but is aging in place the answer? What about moving to a senior living residence? Your mom needs to hold on to the ability to make her own decisions, but it’s time for you to be there for her like she always has been for you. Here are five critical things you can do to take care of your mom like she’s always taken care of you.
Staying healthy 
Health is a gift at any age, but it becomes even more valuable as we get older. As vision and hearing begin to decline, falls and other devastating injuries can occur in an instant. Protecting your mom’s health is a primary concern.
Preventing social isolation
Loneliness and isolation can result in depression, a serious condition that affects many seniors. Staying connected to loved ones is critical for keeping a senior mentally and physically healthy. When family members don’t live nearby, technology like video chatting using Independa™ can provide peace of mind for you, your mom and your family members and keep her connected to family and friends. This may seem like an every day occurrence to you but for an aging parent this is huge!
Staying independent
Few things in life are as important to seniors as their independence. Your mother needs to feel that she has a voice in her own care and that she’s empowered to continue to make her own decisions.
Continuing to learn
Lifelong learning stimulates the brain and may help ward off dementia in seniors. Help your mom participate in challenging activities that keep her mind sharp.
Having fun
You want your mom to enjoy life, whether aging in place at home or in a senior living setting. Help make her golden years fun by staying in touch frequently and making sure she has access to activities she cares about, whether that’s walking, painting or being with a beloved pet. Your mom’s undivided love and support helped make you the strong adult you are today. To help her remain healthy, mentally sharp, socially involved and happy, take care of her like she’s always taken care of you.
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About Independa
Independa believes that the elderly are vitally important to family members, their community, and our culture as a whole. That’s why we created Independa™ technology, the world’s first and only TV-based tech with an embedded engagement platform designed for older adults.
Independa™ enables stronger connections between caregivers and their elderly loved ones with a beautifully designed and user-friendly TV that allows you to monitor their health and wellbeing, coordinates appointments and events, and engages them with their families through video chat when you can’t be there. Learn more by downloading the brochure.
Independa™ enables senior living communities and their staff to generate a higher occupancy ramp, reduce staff inefficiencies, and improve the quality of life and engagement for their residents. Discover how Independa™ can help your community by downloading the business brochure.
