[In the News] Staying Engaged at Every Age
Commentary by Senior Home Companions President David Morgan, originally published in The Current on July 29, 2021.
Humans possess an inherent desire to build, participate, and lead meaningful lives. This essential motivation shouldn't fade when we transition from our main professional careers.
In their publication "Improving with Age: God's Plan for Getting Older and Better," writers Jill and Stuart Briscoe emphasize that growing older is something we all experience. It's completely natural, and every stage of life deserves to be lived to its fullest. I wholeheartedly support this perspective!
For over 25 years, we've observed remarkable instances of purposeful living while delivering customized companion services for seniors in Naples. This companionship assistance encourages hobbies, adventures, and daily activities, while supporting people in remaining active and discovering fulfillment and direction.
Practical strategies for flourishing throughout all life phases:
- Remain active and share your abilities with worthwhile organizations.
- Discover fresh professional paths following retirement (or volunteer roles) to benefit others.
- Cultivate thankfulness and welcome transformation.
- Support others, maintain humility and cherish moments of joy.
- Preserve strong connections with loved ones and friends; set aside special moments for grandchildren.
- Pay attention thoughtfully and share your wisdom and life lessons.
While vibrant and meaningful lives matter greatly for older adults, it's equally vital for their care providers to find purpose and remain connected to their passions. Through adaptable work schedules and the specialized abilities needed in caregiving roles, numerous retired healthcare workers, homemakers, and educators extend their dedication to helping others as residential caregivers in Naples.
When considering an exemplary caregiver, Alison Brown serves as an ideal illustration. A longtime Naples resident, Mensa member, and former opera performer in Europe, Alison has discovered tremendous fulfillment in delivering care as a caregiver with Senior Home Companions for over ten years. She mentioned that it has proven to be the ideal fourth career during her retirement and has enjoyed supporting families by helping clients accomplish objectives they could no longer manage independently.
