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Some Common Concerns for Older Americans
You may not be aware of the worries your parents may be facing as they age. Concerns about the legacy or inheritance they'll leave their families, the loss of friends they face due to age or illness and the fear that may ne associated with that loss, financial concerns, and concerns about their health and safety, just to name a few. Too often, these concerns can lead to depression. In fact, clinical depression affects 15% of older Americans, and although it's treatable, many people don't recieve the treatment they need. Maybe they think depression is a normal part of aging. Maybe they feel helpless and don't know where to turn. As a son or daughter, here are some things you need to know if your parent is singing the blues:
* While 58% of older adults think depression is normal, clinical depression is not a normal part of the aging process.
* Occasional bouts of grief or the blues are normal at any age.
* Clinical depression is treatable.
* Screenings for depression are available. IF YOU SUSPECT YOUR PARENT MAY BE SUFFERING FROM DEPRESSION, encourage them to talk to their doctor or call the National Depression Screening Day Campaign at (781) 239-0071
IS YOUR RETIRED PARENT LOOKING FOR A PART TIME JOB? www. seniorjobbank.com can help. It's a 25-year old free referral service, specifically designed for seniors that posts job opportunities and resumes. The site also includes the U.S. Government sites such as The Social Security Administration, Administration on Aging, and Access America for Seniors.
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