For many people living at home, staying socially connected is an important way to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Home Care Services offer a great way to prioritise your independence and continue living life as you intend; however, it can also risk social isolation for those living alone.
The good news is that there are numerous ways to keep you connected to your community and bring some excitement to your everyday life. It can be as simple as:
- Calling a friend or a family member for a chat
- Joining any clubs or groups through your local council
- Stopping for a chat with neighbours on a walk
These methods are simple ways to bring some joy to your day-to-day life and the lives of those around you.
Looking for more?
At CatholicCare Sydney, we can support you to thrive while living at home independently.
As a registered Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS) provider, we can help match you with a volunteer. Volunteers are chosen for Support at Home recipients based on shared interests, linguistic and cultural background.
There are many ways to spend time together with your volunteer, including:
- Sharing hobbies
- Taking a walk together
- Enjoying a cup of tea and a chat.
