Assessment

Katherine Esparra Santiago

16 hours ago, at 9:33 PM

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1. Living in own home

There are pros and cons when it comes to elderly people living in their own homes. Financially, it may be beneficial to stay in your own home, feeling comfortable, and even safer given that in a nursing home you are exposed to other people with illnesses. On the negative side, as you get older you begin to lose your memory of things, which can be very dangerous. According to Lucy Lediaev, " A significant number of seniors notice a decline in memory that may affect their ability to safely carry out household chores. Failure to turn off stoves, heaters, irons, and other appliances that can cause house fires is more common in the elderly.". Another con would be having someone at all times in case of an accident.

2. Living with their children

The advantages of the elderly living with their children are they won't feel lonely, they will have someone to monitor them in case of an emergency, and it is also financially better. The disadvantage would be less personal time from both parts and not feeling as comfortable as you would in your own home.

3. Assisted living facility

Living in assisted living has its benefits. The elderly can socialize more and enjoy the company of others while also doing the things you like doing. Living in assisted living also provides physical benefits such as exercising and eating a good diet. It is also beneficial for the family as it gives peace of mind. Although it does have its great benefits, it also has its disadvantages such as negligent care due to the facility being under staff or many rules that restrict you from doing things you like or want to do. This can become very stressful for the patient and the family.

4. Nursing home with intermediate care

A nursing home with intermediate care would be very beneficial to the elderly who have chronic medical conditions that require 24-hour care. This is great, especially for families who unfortunately are not able to dedicate too much of their time to care for their loved ones. This has the same disadvantages as living in assisted living. There may be rules you have to follow and negligence as well.

5. Nursing home with skilled nursing care and make recommendations for healthy and disabled elderly

A nursing home with these benefits could be a huge advantage to the elderly that need this type of extensive care. Especially having access to doctors, nurses, and medication at all times. The disadvantages would be the same as being anywhere other than home. The feeling of loneliness and feeling uncomfortable can cause the elderly to feel stressed or even depressed.

References

Lucy Lediaev. Love to know, Disadvantages of Elderly People Living Alone.https://seniors.lovetoknow.com/disadvantages-elderly-people-living-alone. Accessed 8 March 2022

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