If your dad, granddad, or any other father figure seems to opt for doing anything at all over visiting the doctor, he is in great company. The Cleveland Clinic recently conducted a survey on men’s healthcare and discovered that only about half of the men interviewed get routine examinations, and almost ¾ of them would rather clean the toilet than see the doctor!
Various reasons are given for this avoidance, ranging from a concern with hearing bad news to merely not wishing to see the number revealed when stepping onto the scale. Whatever is keeping a senior man that you know from getting the medical attention he needs, there are lots of tactics you can try to help him feel more at ease in handling his health needs.
It is important to try to avoid reversing roles and parenting an older parent, pestering, or allowing the conversation to become volatile. Calmly and respectfully let your voice be heard, while keeping in mind that ultimately it is his decision.
Morning Glory Home Care, a provider of Alton memory care and senior care in Alton, IL and nearby areas, is here to help too. Our in-home care experts are skilled in encouraging older adults to take the best possible care of themselves. We can also provide accompanied transportation to doctors’ appointments, pick up medications and help with medication reminders, and a whole lot more.
Call us any time at 618-667-8400 to learn more about how we can help the older adults in your life live healthier lives, and to set up a complimentary in-home assessment to get started. For a full list of all of the communities where we provide our award-winning in-home care services, please visit our Service Area page.
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