Aging and Geriatric Issues

Christian counseling for aging and geriatric issues in California is counseling aimed specifically at meeting the needs of the elderly and aging. It engages the aging and elderly as well as their loved ones so that they are prepared for the changes that aging brings and can navigate them well. At California Christian Counseling, your counselor will aim to meet you wherever you are and at your point of need, guiding you through your season of getting older.

As with any other stage of life, getting older brings with it many changes, both the welcome and the unwelcome ones. Christian counseling for aging and geriatric issues in California helps the individual and their support network manage those changes well, cultivating a focus on who God is and the implications for the here and now as well as beyond. The counselors at California Christian Counseling will come alongside you to restore hope and provide you and your loved ones with tools to cope with different challenges.

People don’t all age in the same way, and so not every experience of getting older will be the same. Nonetheless, there are some common experiences that people undergo, and challenges that many older people face, and these include the following:

• Seniors may become isolated as their children move out and as they lose the ability to create and maintain peer relationships.
• This may result from various triggers, such as concern for health or financial provision.
• This is a challenge for many people over the age of 60.
• Health challenges and concerns. Getting older means becoming susceptible to certain conditions such as Alzheimer’s, dementia, and challenges such as loss of mobility. These concerns are often accompanied by concerns over financial means to handle medical care.
• This comes in many forms, from the loss of loved ones to other losses such as the loss of good health, loss of physical ability, or change in social status.
• Losing one’s independence. Managing the change from being able to take care of yourself to depending on others to get around or cook your meals can be challenging.
• Relationship issues. These may range from strain in relationships brought on by increased financial and other pressures, to conflict within the family, marriage issues, to regrets over past relationships.
• Death and dying. Facing one’s mortality is a huge challenge and getting older thrusts that reality on you. One may have a fear of dying or have concerns about what happens to loved ones after you’re gone.
• Age discrimination. Unfortunately, there are certain prejudices that exist against older people, whether in the workplace or in society at large. Seniors also face challenges such as manipulation and scams that target them.

You can build meaningful relationships and face life with peace, acceptance, and joy through Jesus Christ. Whatever challenges you face, godly guidance and support is available for you. At California Christian Counseling, you can receive the help you need to process your emotions and experiences.

For a person who is aging and feeling its effects, don’t hesitate to speak with a counselor from California Christian Counseling. The team of counselors at our offices includes those who specialize in geriatric psychology and Christian geriatric counseling. Your counselor can address the various emotional and mental health questions that can arise.

If you’re a caregiver who’s looking after an elderly person, there is also support and help available for you. Caring for an older person, whether they are your family member or not, is an expression of the love Jesus calls us to show our neighbor. It can be difficult to care for someone, especially if there are physical and mental health concerns involved.

At California Christian counseling, you can receive support to process your own emotions and concerns, and tools to help you care effectively for your loved one.

Growing older comes with its challenges, but you can still enjoy the blessings God has given you. At California Christian Counseling, you can find the support you need to navigate getting older well. If you’re having difficulty with the emotions and challenges that accompany getting older, reach out to one of the counselors at California Christian Counseling to nurture your well being in this stage of life.

The King will reply, “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” – Matthew 25:40

As Christians, we have a God-given responsibility to our family. When the elder members of our family fall ill, we do all we can to care for them. At Seattle Christian Counseling, we know how hard it can be to care for those who are sick, disabled or suffer from mental illness. Doing what’s right isn’t always easy and sometimes it means making difficult decisions regarding the well-being of those you love.

We can provide you with support for:

• Caring for family members with Alzheimer’s and other cognitive illnesses.
• Emotions related to the declining health of your loved ones.
• Facing difficult decisions regarding end-of-life care.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by emotions and the difficulties of caring for your elderly family members, Christian geriatric counseling offers support and a safe place for expressing your feelings and concerns.

Find support throughout the aging process. Call Seattle Christian Counseling today at 206-388-3929 or browse through our christian directory.