Holidays are often one of the few times a year all the family gets together. When your family is separated for a long time, they can be shocked to see some of the family seniors’ current condition. This may be normal to you, being that you see them a lot. It can be quite a shock if the older adult’s health has declined since their last visit. Being shocked or surprised could make your aging loved one uncomfortable, frustrated, or angry. Help minimize this unwanted behavior by giving your family a heads-up about changes to their health. This will likely help avoid tensions within the family.
Let your family know ahead of time about the health of the older adults in the family. Some things you may want to share include:
- Weight loss or gain
- Wearing diapers or incontinence
- Being in a wheelchair or using a walker
- Cognitive Decline or unpredictable behavior
- Inability to do things for themselves
It’s best to write a letter, email or call the rest of your family to update them on the current health of your older family members.
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