Dignity is much more than how we appear to others or how they perceive us. Each of us is the center of a positive energy web. It is something we need to be aware of every day. Dignity necessitates feelings of self-worth, self-esteem, love, admiration, caring, and confidence. Dignity is a vague concept that can mean different things to different people.
Dignity may mean various things to different cultures, communities, and even to different people. As a result, each person’s definition of dignity and aging will be unique. People each have their own methods for creating a lasting legacy, many of which are unconscious.
What I regard as having dignity may not be important to you, and vice versa. Some people define dignity as having a sense of independence and receiving respect. Others may experience it as a sense of being appreciated and taken seriously by others.
We at IKOR offer elders, disabled persons, and kids with special needs life care, management, and advocacy assistance. We concentrate on understanding our client’s concept of dignity as part of our job. We consider it our responsibility to understand their goals and assist them in maintaining a rich and fulfilling life.
Independence is frequently linked to a person’s sense of dignity and identity. A person’s capacity to complete tasks they have always liked declines as they get older and suffer from health problems. The belief that life is worthwhile can diminish, and the greatest risk of losing one’s dignity comes from chronic illnesses and unmonitored medical emergencies.
After receiving calls for aid in crises when dignity had already been severely diminished or lost, I decided to sit down and create the solutions for dignity program to support seniors in reflecting on how they want to live in the future when changes in their present health occur.
When working with them is a part of their plans, we take into account what has contributed to who they are thus far. As part of the program, we assist seniors who are still living independently as they age and the options for their care while also assisting them in communicating their legacy, which includes not only a financial legacy but also a personal legacy and the knowledge that they want to impart on those who remain.
If you’re interested in learning about the solutions for dignity planning for dignity program for yourself or your loved one, please call our office toll free at 855-456-7972 or visit our website at www.ikorofwpa.com
