Elderly Population

Many seniors expect to live peacefully as they grow older; however, elderly suffer from social isolation which can consequently lead to health problems. There is not many organizations that help seniors socialize and be connected to the community. Lower birth rates and higher mortality rates mean that there is going to be older people living at an older age than younger individuals. The nation needs to provide a proper plan to give the elderly people the care they need to live a proper l

Senior citizens face rejection and loneliness from their own community. Like other individuals in the community, they want to be supported by others and instead feel alienated by the community. There is an increasing social gap between elderly individuals …show more content…
There should be more efficient ways of transportation for them to participate in these activities. In my community, there are some seniors who don't drive and their only means of transportation is the public bus. Unfortunately, there has been occasions when seniors had to travel long distances to reach a bus stop and put their life at risk when traveling on dangerous streets. According to the National Council of aging, 41% of seniors aren't satisfied with the transportation support. This means of transportation also doesn't allow flexibility for seniors to participate in the activities that will help them socialize with others. Organizations that offer seniors activities for social involvement should provide an efficient means of transportation that picks them up at home and takes them back home.

Consequently, social isolation causes some seniors experience psychological health problems due to the social isolation they experience from society. As seniors start to age and lose their loved ones they can be vulnerable to feeling depressed due to feeling alone. Humans are meant to socialize with others and not having anyone to socialize with can affect their psychological state. To decrease the possibility of depression and a healthier state of mind, there should be an increase of groups that participate outdoor activities such as walking in the neighborhood can lead to better connections and …show more content…
There should be more efficient ways of transportation for them to participate in these activities. In my community, there are some seniors who don't drive and their only means of transportation is the public bus. Unfortunately, there has been occasions when seniors had to travel long distances to reach a bus stop and put their life at risk when traveling on dangerous streets. According to the National Council of aging, 41% of seniors aren't satisfied with the transportation support. This means of transportation also doesn't allow flexibility for seniors to participate in the activities that will help them socialize with others. Organizations that offer seniors activities for social involvement should provide an efficient means of transportation that picks them up at home and takes them back home.

Consequently, social isolation causes some seniors experience psychological health problems due to the social isolation they experience from society. As seniors start to age and lose their loved ones they can be vulnerable to feeling depressed due to feeling alone. Humans are meant to socialize with others and not having anyone to socialize with can affect their psychological state. To decrease the possibility of depression and a healthier state of mind, there should be an increase of groups that participate outdoor activities such as walking in the neighborhood can lead to better connections and