Seniors who have physical limitations deserve to still live out their retirement with dignity and proper support. Those who want Burley senior living should come to Pomerelle Place, where we provide excellent support through personalized care 24/7, accessible housing, and wellness programs.
According to the CDC, around 2 in 5 adults 65 and older have at least one disability. Not only can this make life more difficult and painful, but it can also bring up feelings of shame, especially if seniors need care but can't adequately receive it.
But luckily, for older adults in Burley, ID, Pomerelle Place provides quality Burley senior living. Here, you can get compassionate support while still retaining your dignity, privacy, and independence.
Dignity in care is when caregivers treat older adults with compassion, respect, and recognition of their worth. So this means acknowledging the following:
When this happens, then seniors get independence, privacy, and informed decision-making. This ensures that they remain active participants in their own lives.
In practice, this should mean that older adults in care get discreet personal care, as well as involvement in conversations about health. Carers should use positive and respectful language, and they should respect cultural and personal values too.
For dignified, person-centered care, caregivers and loved ones should focus on these eight main areas:
Pomerelle Place offers high-quality assisted living in Burley, ID, and you'll feel right at home here. Below are the ways we can support you with dignity.
All residents get mobility-aware care from our trained staff members. In fact, they develop personalized care plans that address things such as mobility needs or cueing support in aging.
If you struggle with daily tasks, then they can help you with:
You'll also benefit from weekly linen and housekeeping services.
We also have a 24-hour response system, as well as staff members who are available around the clock. These things combined should give you total peace of mind.
To facilitate functional independence in aging, we have accessible housing. There are two simple floor plans: Swan (suite) and Valley (1-bedroom apartment).
Either way, your apartment won't be hard to get to, since our community is a single-story one. You won't have to navigate tricky stairs, and the hallways and doorways are wide enough to fit walkers or wheelchairs.
In addition, we have walk-in showers that have grab bars, so you can clean yourself without much assistance, or any at all. According to UCLA Health, 80% of falls at home occur in the bathroom, so it's good to have grab bars for extra security.
All of our amenities are also easy to get to. You won't have to go far to pamper yourself at the beauty and barbershop or have a delicious meal at our private dining room.
Harvard Health Publishing says that physical activity can actually make chronic pain better, so it's important to get regular exercise, even if you have physical limitations. After all, staying active and fit is one of the key ways to stay mobile and independent.
As part of senior pain care in Idaho, we have a few wellness programs that you can participate in. There are gentle group exercises that help you remain active.
We also have social lounges and outings, which can help with social connections. You need to look after your mental health too, after all.
The three Ps of dignity are guiding principles for supporting seniors respectfully. They empower older adults to feel respected, valued, and in control.
The three Ps of dignity are:
The four types of dignity help caregivers create environments where older adults feel valued, respected, and secure. They are:
People can best help seniors maintain their dignity by using a combination of respect, communication, and empowerment.
They can start by encouraging you to be independent wherever possible. For example, you can make your own choices about routines, clothing, meals, and activities.
In addition, they should provide clear communication by speaking directly to you. They should also listen actively.
Most importantly, they should respect your privacy by:
A dignified retirement in Burley senior living is entirely possible if you choose Pomerelle Place. We have trained staff members who genuinely get to know each resident, and they're here for you, 24/7.
In addition, our apartments are accessible, and we have wellness programs designed to highlight your strengths, not your weaknesses. This will allow you to feel more confident and respected in your old age.
Pomerelle Place has an award-winning Elevate® culinary program and a private dining room for our residents to truly enjoy their meals. To get more information about senior living in Burley, ID, get in touch with us now.