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As our post-retirement journey unfolds, some of us may be considering a transition into at-home care. For those of who do experience this transition, it is likely that it will be viewed as a daunting step into a situation full of fresh challenges and opportunities. In this post, we will discuss some at-home care tips and insights that can help you go into this new era of life with a positive mindset.
Insight #1: Embrace the Winds of Change!
As with any major life transition, the anticipation of a transition into at-home care can breed feelings of anxiety and uncertainty. But fear not, this is a perfectly normal response! The fact that you are experiencing a whirlwind of emotions means not only that you care about your future, but that you have gratitude for all the joy, fun, and love you experienced in your previous era. As you lean into your next chapter, remember that this journey, like others that came before, is not one you will undertake alone. Your family, friends, and support networks will be there for you, providing you with the courage you seek to move forward with confidence and optimism.
Insight #2: Create a Supportive Environment
Personalize your new environment! We suggest doing whatever you think will make you feel maximally comfortable in your new environment. This could include modifying your living space or re-decorating your room to be a source of newfound joy!
Moreover, since your family, friends, and support networks are there to help you with this transition, loop them into your life! Engage in open conversations with them, share your thoughts, wishes, and concerns, and create a social environment that facilitates an atmosphere of love and compassion.
Additionally, we recommend taking the time to select a caregiver that is best suited to fit your own unique needs. By selecting the best caregiver for you and your needs, you are setting yourself up for happiness and merriment in your new phase of life.
Insight #3: Leverage At-Home Care Service Technology
It is highly likely your new journey will involve technology in some capacity. From remote health monitoring to smart-tech wearables to video calls, enhanced digital connectivity is the way of the world. We recommend embracing the role of technology in your new life, perhaps learning new ways to utilize it to benefit your own goals and maintain your own unique set of relationships.
Insight #4: Employ a Growth Mindset
If you choose to make it so, this next stage of life can be a time of learning, fulfillment, and intellectual curiosity. Use your free time to pursue activities you may not have had time to do so in the past, such as writing a short story, learning a musical instrument, or mastering a set of chess opening sequences. The world is your oyster!
Try to brainstorm some activities that can keep you active and as social, such as going on a walk with a caregiver, or sharing new and old life stories with friends.
Key Takeaway: As you embark on the at-home care phase of your life, keep in mind that the future is what you make of it. This can be a time that brings joy, fulfillment, and reflection, so step forward courageously with the confidence that you are stronger than you imagine and have a great network of friends and family that are here to help you thrive in your new environment.
