Compassion for All Seasons
By Holly Foreman
During the holiday season, we reach out to friends and family near and far. We share happy greetings, news of family events, and send love to those we can’t see in person. It’s the time of year when we work hard to reconnect and check in on those we love because we know it’s tough to not be near family during special times like these.
At CareMeda, we recognize that seniors all over the globe can feel isolated and lonely most of the year, not just during the holidays. We understand the importance of maintaining compassionate relationships with family and friends in aged care, and are proud to provide a solution that keeps friends and family close together, no matter the season.
Almost half of the senior population reports that they feel lonely. But they don’t have to. Our ConnectKin© app makes it possible for seniors and their family to remain close at all times. It creates a simple interface for quick check-ins, and enables family members to participate in physician consultations and to see an overall picture of the well-being of their loved one at any time. Perhaps most importantly, we enable virtual visits at any time.
We also understand that many seniors aren’t comfortable with advanced technology, so we’ve taken the learning curve out of it. Through a simplified interface, they can reach out to family for a video chat and remove the distance barrier that may keep them isolated or feeling lonely. The things that previously stood in the way of regular visits— distance, commute, complicated schedules and mobility issues— are entirely removed so that they can stay as close to their loved ones as they were before entering care.
The CareMeda platform is known for providing services that simplify the responsibilities that physicians, caregivers and care facilities face. But most importantly, we provide connections for families and friends who can’t always be close to their loved ones. We feel their absence most acutely during the holidays, but they may feel way that year-round. Join us in giving the gift of connection— now, and through every season.
Happy Holidays, from all of us at CareMeda.