As our nation’s Elderly continue to live longer and healthier lives, we, as social workers must incorporate realistic approaches to working with the Elderly, their families, and caregivers. We must keep in mind the mental stressors related to declining health and mental status, as well as fear and changes with technology and loss of community engagement due to their vulnerability.
Review the video and attached article and express what methods of social work engagement could best support the needs of the Elderly within our communities.? How can we ensure that the Elderly engage with others yet maintain safety measures, especially post the COVID-19 pandemic? How can we connect caregivers to continue their support of our Elderly?