According to the Eldercare locator, we must pay attention to the physical and emotional changes that may have occurred during the pandemic when reconnecting with our families and friends.
Changes to Physical Condition
Physical changes affect vision, hearing, mobility, and, ultimately, the ability to care for oneself. If you notice that you or an older loved one is walking more slowly or having more difficulty seeing, hearing, or reading, it may be time to act.
Changes Needed in the Home
Take a look at your home or the home of an older family member or friend. Are there any rugs or other items on the floor that may cause a fall? Is there enough lighting to safely navigate the home at night when it is dark? Look with an eye toward safety concerns and consider whether you or the person you are concerned about is willing to make simple modifications such as adding light fixtures, replacing doorknobs, or installing grab bars in the bathroom or railings along stairways.
Changes in Social Connection
A lack of in-person interaction, especially for older adults, can lead to a loss of social connection, loneliness, and olation, resulting in many negative health outcomes.
Changes that Impact Safety and Security
A lack of social connections may open the door for older adults to be taken advantage of by perpetrators of scams, which have only grown in number during the pandemic.
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Source
https://eldercare.acl.gov/Public/Resources/BROCHURES/docs/HFTH-brochure-Eng-508.pdf
