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St. Albert Seniors Therapy

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As we age and change, it can be hard to know what’s happening

We offer therapy for seniors and older adults to cope with the challenges that come with aging that affect one’s identity, sense of meaning and purpose, belonging, self-esteem, and wellbeing

As we traverse the later stages of life, the importance of psychological services for seniors becomes increasingly evident. These services are not merely about addressing emotional and mental well-being; they are a key to fostering resilience, promoting holistic health, and achieving balance in the mind and body. By tailoring interventions to the unique needs of seniors, we aim to empower them to navigate the challenges that come with aging. In doing so, we nurture their resilience, support their overall health, and encourage a harmonious connection between mind and body, allowing them to savor the fullness of life’s later chapters.

Navigating Emotional Changes in Elderly Loved Ones

It can be frustrating to feel like your elderly parent or loved one is never satisfied or happy, or to feel as though their attitude could change on a dime at any second. It can also be difficult to see an older relative not behave the same way that they did when they were younger.

As a loving family member, you may be wondering if this behaviour is normal, or a “yellow flag” for something more serious.

While it’s only natural to expect someone’s personality to evolve as they grow older, abrupt mood swings can often be an outward sign that your senior loved one is experiencing an internal change.

According to the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

20% of adults aged 55 or older have experienced some type of mental health concern, yet only about one in three receive treatment

Our Approach

Emotional

It’s normal as we age to feel frustrated with our changing bodies and lifestyles. It can be difficult to adjust to not being able to move the way you used to or perceiving that you’re losing your independence.

These changes can also lead to conditions such as depression and anxiety, which can make it even harder to cope with these changes.

Mental

In about 9% of seniors, mood swings, irritability, paranoia, and extreme emotions can be warning signs for dementia, including Alzheimer’s.

If you feel that your loved one may be experiencing some of the early signs of dementia or cognitive decline, such as difficulty concentrating, short-term memory lapses, trouble remembering details, and/or confusion, don’t hesitate to step in and seek medical help.

Physical

It can be draining, frustrating, and upsetting to have to deal with chronic pain or a physical malady.

Having options to help manage chronic pain is an essential component of happiness. This is why we partner with other health professionals to find ways to find ways to manage pain while managing the coinciding psychological effects.

Spiritual

For a number of reasons, social isolation and loneliness are quite common in seniors. As we get older, friends and family may become less accessible or other life changes like difficulty with driving creates barriers to having a healthy social life.

This can lead to numerous adverse health effects as loneliness can be a contributing factor for depression and chronic illness and can lead to cognitive decline over time.

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