The World Health Organization WHO has listed guidelines for making your city a place where seniors want to grow old. Social participation includes:
Venues for events and activities are conveniently located, accessible, well lit and easily reached by public transport.
Events and public experiences are held at times convenient for elder citizens.
Activities and events can be attended alone or with the help of a companion.
Activities and attractions are affordable, with no hidden or additional participation costs.
Accurate up to date information about activities and events is provided, including details about accessibility of facilities and transportation options for seniors.
A wide variety of activities is offerred to appeal to a diverse population of older citizens.
Gatherings including seniors are held in various local community spots, such as recreation centers, schools, libraries, community parks and more.
There is consistent outreach to support seniors and prevent social isolation.
Home Care Path http://www.homecarepath.com/ is a leading provider of senior care services in south central Wisconsin. Choose from our senior care services:
-in home staffing for elders
-inpatient advocacy for safe successful hospital stays
-transitional counseling when more structured service is needed
-downsizing home contents when stuff matters
-computer fun with facebook the social communication tool
Simply call 608-432-4286 to schedule an in home interview. 2012 rates are 20.00 per hour. Email seniorcare@homecarepath.com Valuing home and human life!
Friday, December 23, 2011
Monday, December 19, 2011
Housing WHO World Health Organization Aging Community
The WHO World Health Organization has listed considerations for making your city a place where seniors want to grow old. An age friendly community. Housing:
Sufficient, affordable housing is available in areas that are safe and close to services and the rest of the community.
Sufficient and affordable home maintenance and support services are available to help seniors remain in their homes.
Housing is well constructed and provides safe comfortable shelter from the weather.
Interior spaces and level surfaces allow freedom of movement in all rooms and passageways.
Housing options accomidate frequent family stays, and pets.
Home modification options and supplies are available and affordable, and providers understand the needs of older adults.
Public and commercial rental housing is clean, well maintained and safe.
The community faciltates the development of private moving, storage service and ongoing advocates with lease mediation.
Sufficient affordable housing for frail and disabled older people, with appropriate stay at home services is provided locally.
The city considering a senior housing project located on the edge of the downtown area, where no side walks yet exist, should list the cost and the desired date of side walk placement in the communication with city residents as part of the long term planning process.
Home Care Path http://www.homecarepath.com/ is a leading senior care provider in south central Wisconsin. Choose from our elder care services:
-in home staffing for seniors
-inpatient advocacy for safe successful hospital stays
-transitional counseling when more structured service is needed
-downsizing home contents when stuff matters
-computer fun with facebook the social communication tool
Simply call 608-432-4286 to schedule an in home interview. 2012 rates are 20.00 per hour. Email us at seniorcare@homecarepath.com Valuing home and human life!
Sufficient, affordable housing is available in areas that are safe and close to services and the rest of the community.
Sufficient and affordable home maintenance and support services are available to help seniors remain in their homes.
Housing is well constructed and provides safe comfortable shelter from the weather.
Interior spaces and level surfaces allow freedom of movement in all rooms and passageways.
Housing options accomidate frequent family stays, and pets.
Home modification options and supplies are available and affordable, and providers understand the needs of older adults.
Public and commercial rental housing is clean, well maintained and safe.
The community faciltates the development of private moving, storage service and ongoing advocates with lease mediation.
Sufficient affordable housing for frail and disabled older people, with appropriate stay at home services is provided locally.
The city considering a senior housing project located on the edge of the downtown area, where no side walks yet exist, should list the cost and the desired date of side walk placement in the communication with city residents as part of the long term planning process.
Home Care Path http://www.homecarepath.com/ is a leading senior care provider in south central Wisconsin. Choose from our elder care services:
-in home staffing for seniors
-inpatient advocacy for safe successful hospital stays
-transitional counseling when more structured service is needed
-downsizing home contents when stuff matters
-computer fun with facebook the social communication tool
Simply call 608-432-4286 to schedule an in home interview. 2012 rates are 20.00 per hour. Email us at seniorcare@homecarepath.com Valuing home and human life!
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