Losing your independence is the greatest concern Americans have about getting older, as reported in a 2021 poll by AP-NORC. We all want to be independent, make our own choices and do what we want when we want to. Being able to remain in your home is an integral component of independence. Hundreds of people have opted to have a Sunlight Caregiver, choosing to maintain their independence!
Being able to pay for needed care is another top concern with aging. We often talk with people who are afraid the care they need will wipe out their savings and they will run out of money. While cost is always a consideration when evaluating different care alternatives, in-home care services are typically the least expensive option. Furthermore, we at Sunlight have chosen to price our services at the lower end of the spectrum, so more individuals who need care can afford it. We also work with Medicaid, the Older Americans Act, VA benefits, and long-term care insurance which can pay for services.
Older adults fear becoming a burden on family members. While many of us have taken pride in caring for family members, we would rather not ask for help for ourselves. When our children, siblings or even grandchildren become our caregivers, it can adversely change the relationship dynamics. What will they be giving up, timewise, to help? And beyond that, your care will always be on their mind. Having a Sunlight Caregiver is mentally freeing for you and your family!
Senior loneliness is more dangerous than you may think. According to the CDC website, loneliness and social isolation can put seniors’ health at risk:
- About a 50% increased risk of dementia
- 29% increased risk of heart disease
- 32% increased risk of stroke
- Higher rates of depression, anxiety, and suicide.
Companion Care is essential to overall well-being. Just having someone to talk with, a new friend, can literally be life-giving. Sunlight Caregivers can be that ray of sunlight that brightens your day!
