Depression affects more than 19 million Americans regardless of age, race, or gender. While depression is not a normal part of the aging process, it is more likely to occur in older adults experiencing other physical health conditions. For example, almost a quarter of those who will experience a stroke each year will also experience clinical depression. Unfortunately, symptoms of depression are often overlooked and untreated when they coincide with other medical illnesses or life events that commonly occur in older adults (i.e. the death of a spouse).

OUR APPROACH

Aging adults stay healthier with social interaction. Graceful Aging Home Care’s companion care services focus on improving your emotional well-being by helping you cope with feelings of depression and loneliness so you can continue to age gracefully. We get to know our clients’ unique histories and personalities so we can plan activities that are both stimulating and enjoyable for them inside and outside the home.

Our companion care and homemaker services include:

• Conversation
• Help with hobbies
• Board games and puzzles
• Grocery shopping & errands
• Light housekeeping
• Transportation to appointments
• Physical fitness
• Staying connected with family and friends (i.e. Zoom or FaceTime calls)
• Lunch dates with fellow Graceful Aging Home Care clients etc.