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Work/Life balance means different things to each of us, but its overreaching goal is a welcoming

and supportive community for the diverse group of people who work and study at Virginia Tech.

A comfortable balance between work life and personal life allows employees to contribute

their best efforts to University academic and diversity goals.

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Senior Living: Embrace a New Lifestyle

Kelsey Chambliss

Work/Life Resources Business Intern

Many people view senior living facilities as lonely, depressing places. However, these facilities can be surprisingly positive and encouraging. It’s all a matter of choosing the right place. The purpose of moving into a senior living facility is to make life easier and ensure that proper care is provided to the senior. These facilities may allow seniors to relax for the first time in years. Residents no longer need to worry about the hassles of maintaining a household. Instead, they can spend their time mingling with other seniors and engaging in enjoyable facility activities of their choice. Think of it as college for seniors, only without the schoolwork.

With a growing senior population, more elder care options are becoming available. Every situation is different, and the appropriate living situation depends on the person. There are a few questions to consider when making this decision:

1. Is a senior living facility the right choice for me?

2. What level of care is necessary?

3. How do I go about choosing a facility in my area?

4. After the choice has been made- What now?

1. Is a senior living facility the right choice for me?

Some seniors may be perfectly safe and happy in their current living situation. A retirement home may or may not be necessary. In order to determine if a senior living facility is appropriate, assess the following:

Physical health

Mobility
Vision
Hearing
Ability to do chores such as cooking, cleaning or yard work

Mental health

Dementia/Alzheimer’s
Depression
Anxiety
Would you enjoy the social aspect of a senior living facility?

Desired daily schedule

Are you the kind of person who likes to get involved?
Do you want to reduce stress in your life?

If you would rather not move into a senior living facility, but would still like assistance or a change of pace, there are some other options for you:

Home care involves receiving assistance in the comfort of your current home. A family member, friend, or volunteer may provide assistance with daily tasks such as household chores, dressing, and bathing. If medical assistance is necessary, you may want to hire a home health care agency, or a licensed nurse or therapist. Typically, home care is charged by the hour.
Adult Day Service Programs provide activities for seniors in non-residential facilities for several hours each day. These facilities promote activity, involvement, and social simulation.
In the New River Valley two adult day services programs are available.
- Virginia Tech Adult Day Services: http://www.humandevelopment.vt.edu/ads.html
- Giles County Adult Day Care: 540-921-3024, 701 Wenonah Avenue, Pearisburg, VA
Transportation for seniors: For those who don’t drive
- Med-Ride (New River Valley Senior Services): http://www.nrvseniorservices.org/
- New River Valley Agency on Aging medical transportation: http://www.nrvaoa.org/index.html

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