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SIGNS THAT help is needed
BY SOPHIE DOYLE, MORGANS FINANCIAL
With busy lives and distance between homes, it can be easy to feel out of touch with our friends and loved ones. Sometimes when we come together after not seeing people for a long time, it might become obvious that there’s been a big change in someone we love.
Family gatherings such as Christmas, celebrations and milestone events provide us with a chance to slow down and catch up with people in our lives. It might be during a visit for these events that you notice someone is not managing as well as they once did.
The signs of ageing can be obvious but sometimes they are more subtle. Here’s a list of things to lookout for which might indicate that someone needs a little more help:
missed appointments
appliances left on
unclean house
unexplained dents in the car
the fridge empty/not eating
changes in personal hygiene
forgetting to take medications
house and garden appear neglected
loss of interest in hobbies/activities
depressed mood or behaviour changes.
What happens next
Have a family meeting
If you notice some of these changes it might be a good time to make a family decision.
Timely planning enables older relatives to transition to access support with ease and dignity. Addressing the looming issue of how to support and access age care for a loved one now or into the future may ensure they do not have to face planning in crisis mode. This allows greater control and independence.
We Can Help
It’s a sensitive topic and one where emotions can have a big impact on the decision–making process. An independent voice to facilitate can help your family discussion, and help you make informed decisions with confidence.
If you’re ready to start the conversation, call Sophie on 02 4325 0884 and let us work with you to create a plan for all of your retirement.
Sophie Doyle (AR#000470612) is a Retirement and Aged Care Specialist at Morgans Financial Limited (Morgans with a passion for assisting people make informed financial decisions, as they navigate their way through retirement and aged care. Disclaimer: While every care has been taken, Morgans Financial Limited makes no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of the contents. The information is of a general nature only and has been prepared without consideration of your individual objectives, financial situation or needs. Before making any decisions, you should consider the appropriateness for your personal investment objectives, financial situation or individual needs. We recommend you see a financial adviser, registered tax agent or legal adviser before making any decisions based on this information. Current at 1 October 2023.
