Difficulties faced by senior citizens
As we get older, we
hope that our lives will become easier. We anticipate retirement as the time in
our lives when we can finally relax. While the golden years can be some of the
best years of our life, there are always concerns. Senior citizens have
challenges to overcome that are universal to all ages as well as some issues
that are specific to their age group.
The top ten concerns
facing senior citizens today include:
1.
Health
Care Costs – The older we get,
the more healthcare we need. It is important to get screenings for disease and
natural aging conditions to catch any health issues in their beginning stages.
While doctor visits multiply, medical costs are rising, which can impact one’s retirement
budget.
2.
Disease – Alzheimer’s, dementia, cataracts, macular
degeneration, and osteoporosis – these health issues and more threaten a
person’s day-to-day functioning capabilities. We all know that health issues
progress with age. It is important to learn more about coping with health
issues before they happen in order to prepare mentally.
3.
Physical
Aging – Aging means
that we cannot move as quickly as we used to. Our eyes don’t see as clearly and
our bones weaken. Nutrition and exercise
become all the more important as we age.
4.
Physical
Assistance – Getting groceries,
going to doctor’s visits, even small tasks such as cleaning the house become
more difficult as we get older and we may need to have daily assistance or
a homecare provider.
Finding good help can be a challenge. Using word of mouth is the best way to
find compassionate help.
5.
Financial
Security – The rising cost of
living while living on a fixed income poses new financial restrictions. We may
not be able to afford the same comforts of life that we used to.
6.
Loneliness – Getting older means that our friends are
aging, as well. It is common for seniors to lose their friends to Alzheimer’s
disease or even death. Spending time with remaining friends and family members
becomes all the more important. A pet can be wonderful for daily companionship,
as well.
7.
Financial
Predators – Sadly, it is a fact
that there are unscrupulous people looking to prey on senior citizens. They
will try to sell unnecessary goods or services to those they see as vulnerable.
Share your financial decisions with someone you trust. A financial advisor may
be necessary, but most of us have at least one friend or family member willing
to offer free advice.
8.
Abuse
or Neglect – Nursing homes and
assisted living facilities struggle with under-staffing issues, which can lead
to abuse or neglect of the residents. Be sure to find a place to live that
comes highly recommended by people you trust.
9.
Transportation – Our reflexes can slow as we age and our
eyes can become less clear. This may lead us to give up driving for our safety
and the safety of others. Thankfully, transportation is available specifically
for those who need it, including seniors.
10.
Changing
social climate – Adjusting to
technological changes is probably the largest social hurdle we can face as senior
citizens. See your local library for free classes on using computers.
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