Maintaining Independence

Thursday, March 1, 2001

(NAPSA)—As America’s senior population continues to increase, the old adage, “There’s no place like home” has taken on an espe- Today’s seniors live longer, healthier lives than ever before. Manyof today’s seniors areliving at home—rather than a retirement community or nursing home—for longer than everbefore. Doctors attribute the trend to advances in healthcare and healthier lifestyles. Unfortunately, as many of these seniors grow older, they can become plagued by feelings of loneliness and frustration, caused by an increasing inability to perform daily tasks that let them remain independent. In fact, as many as one quarter, or eight mil- lion, American seniors have some form of disability for which they require assistance. As a result, many turn to in-home care companies. Interim HomeStyle™ Services, for example, provides as much oraslittle in-home care for a senior as he or she may need. The caregivers work with individual clients to develop professional, customized care plans geared towards helping them maintain their health and independence. In addition to helping seniors, the companies can providerelief for the estimated 12 million Americans who spendall or part of their days taking care of senior loved ones. For more information visit www.interimhomestyleservices.com.

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