Keeping Familiar During Times of Separation
Cutting off communication during times of social distancing can have detrimental effects on older adults experiencing isolation and depression. Using technology and the mail system is of the utmost importance to maintaining relationships that clients rely on regarding familiarity and quality of life. Friendship jewelry, phone calls, and a picture of the Activity Specialist shared each week keep the connection alive! What are friends for?
Check out this article on how to ease isolation while practicing social distancing: https://www.healthinaging.org/ blog/12-ways-to-ease- isolation-while-youre- practicing-social-distancing/
For more information about how your loved one can benefit from working with and staying connected to our Activity Specialists through Hummingbird Virtual Activity Sessions, please call Tiffany Ramirez at 916-990-7944, email tpaigeramirez@sageeldercare. com, or visit https://hummingbirdproject. net/