The World Health Organization ( WHO) has listed guidelines to assist community planners with making their community a place where people want to grow old. Below lists ideas for respect and inclusion.
Elders are regularly consulted by public, voluntary and commercial services on how to serve them better
Services and products to suit varying needs and preferences are provided by public and commercial services
Services and products are available to help serve seniors and families with varied levels of financial structure.
Service staff are courteous and helpful
Older people are visible in the local media, and are depicted positively and without stereotyping
Community wide settings, activities, and events attract all generations by accommodating age specific needs and preferences
Older people are specifically included in community activities for families
Schools provide opportunities to learn about ageing and older people, and involve older people in school activities
Older people are recognized by the community for their past as well as their present contributions
Older people who are less well off have good access to public, voluntary and private services
Home Care Path http://www.homecarepath.com/ is a leading provider of senior care services 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. Email seniorcare@homecarepath.com Valueing home and human life.
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