Considering Nursing Homes for the Elderly and Alternatives

In Asia, including Indonesia, nursing homes are still rarely chosen as a place where the elderly (elderly) undergo old age. Yet by weighing the various benefits and alternatives that can be obtained, the elderly are likely to enjoy a happy old age. Elderly who are still active in carrying out daily activities as well as those who are physically limited due to chronic diseases will need assistance to be able to live prosperously and adequately. There are various ways to help elderly people through the old days. Here are various alternatives.

    Nursing home

    The form of care for the elderly in each country and region will be different. Traditionally, care for the elderly is generally a family responsibility, but this situation can be different or change in places where the number of nuclear families continues to decrease or women who are housewives are also preoccupied with routines outside the home. In such situations, nursing homes can be the right choice. The nursing home is a guesthouse intended for the elderly (elderly) with supporting facilities most of the needs and filled by special activities. Usually in Western countries, nursing homes are a choice for the elderly because it allows the elderly to remain independent without having to depend on children. While in Asia, including Indonesia, most elderly people prefer to live at home alone or with children. Nevertheless there are still nursing home facilities. It's just that nursing home facilities in Asia are generally run by the government.

    Elderly independent at home

    Some other elderly people in Indonesia who do not live with children or other relatives, prefer to live alone at home. In this situation, in order to secure and assist their daily activities, it is important to change and add certain things in the elderly home, such as:
  • Place the handles on the sides of the toilet and the tub to avoid falling or slipping.
  • Squat toilets may be difficult for the elderly. Replacing it with a toilet seat can be far more helpful.
  • Place additional lighting.
  • Rearranging furniture or furniture to better suit the needs and not endanger the elderly.
  • Place a note or warning to mark a specific location or condition.
    • Find out the various equipment, applications, and spatial planning that may be needed for the elderly, especially those with certain conditions.

Treatment that can be obtained at a nursing home

Generally, nursing homes provide care facilities that meet various aspects of elderly needs, such as health / physical, emotional, social care, especially for those who have chronic illness or physical disability. Therefore, nursing homes are an alternative choice for the elderly who need 24-hour assistance at home. Some examples of assistance that are found in nursing homes are helping the elderly to eat, bathe, dress, and perform various other activities. As a consequence, this kind of treatment requires costs that may not be small. Old age is not always identified with gloom and continuous rest. Many elderly people in fact can still enjoy old age by walking, doing social activities, until they are still active in sports. The aim of this assistance is to make the elderly independent in their daily activities and still be able to carry out active mobility. At least, family members can invite the elderly to socialize according to their interests, for example such as an elderly fitness club, recitation, or join a cooking group. The elderly can also be invited to play games that activate the brain, such as crosswords, chess, or card games. If it is still possible, actively working again can be a fun and beneficial activity for the elderly who still want to contribute. Another simple thing, involve the elderly in caring for family members as they feel very happy if they can play a role in the care of grandchildren or other relatives.

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