These subtle alterations in temperature control and respiration can be addressed by having better body movements and ensuring that the environment remains “draft-free,” as recommended by the American Heart Association. This is because the aim is to stay within the “thermal comfort zone,” which will ensure that the energy of the body is used effectively.
Conclusion
Looking at this list, do not see these five warning signs as “problems needing solutions,” but rather as markers showing you what your loved one is experiencing right now.
Age is not a disease, nor an illness. It is merely another phase of life that becomes more challenging when done in isolation. And the best support you can give to an older person does not necessarily mean a solution, or even a professional intervention—it means your presence.
Your elderly relative may not need someone to solve all their problems, but they will certainly need someone who understands that their life is no longer the same.
