Staying social and sharp

It's all about the company you keep with Acquaint

Sometimes, catching up with Rosemary (who lives down the road) can feel more hassle than it’s worth.

We understand. Bless her, but she is known to drone.

However, the importance of frequent social engagements cannot be overstated. Stimulating social engagements, that is.

So here at Acquaint, you’ll never feel even a second of disconnect – with regular and revitalising rendezvous with those you love most.

Why you should stay social

While the latest release in crime fiction – or even the daily crossword – has a way of stimulating our every emotion, there’s nothing quite like a good old-fashioned face-to-face with your nearest and dearest.

Engaging with loved ones offers a multitude of benefits for any esteemed senior, including:

  • Connection: While living alone does offer an array of benefits (your TV, your rules), it can also be isolating – which can impact your emotional wellbeing. Regular social interactions ensure you enjoy the best of both worlds.
  • Mental stimulation: Engaging conversations (sorry, Rosemary) can help to keep one’s mind sharp and engaged, potentially even improving memory and cognitive function.
  • Happiness: Sharing experiences, laughter and conversation – preferably over a well-brewed cup of tea – with friends and family can significantly improve our overall wellbeing.

This is why we not only facilitate your social outings, but also encourage them.

How Acquaint keeps you connected

You’ll know by now that we understand the importance of social connection more than most.

That’s why our dedicated companion carers go beyond basic care to actively promote a sense of community for our clients.

Here are just a few ways we do that:

  • Meaningful conversation: Whether discussing current affairs, reminiscing over the past or simply laughing over sad soufflés on The Great British Bakeoff, we’re the perfect comrade – never overstaying our welcome, always leaving you wanting more.
  • Facilitating phone calls and video chats: We so agree – the computer simply has it out for you. Which is why we’ll wrangle the tech on your behalf so you can stay connected with family and friends living afar.
  • Organising group activities: Board games, book clubs, social events – we couldn’t imagine a world where you don’t enjoy each in spades. So we’ll set up an array of activities for you and yours. Carefully curated based on your interests, of course.

Words from the wise

Here at Acquaint, our main job is simply keeping up with our clients' jam-packed schedules. Far be it from them to stop the festivities on our account!

And even when one’s calendar may seem empty at first glance, we ensure it never stays that way for long. Take it from our client’s son, Mark:

‘My mother is extremely happy with the weekly outings she gets from Acquaint.’

— We’re extremely happy right back, Mark!

The Acquaint connection

All in all, here at Acquaint, we just get it.

We go beyond basic care, encouraging a sense of community through meaningful interactions, facilitated communication and engaging activities.

Because while one may live alone, on our watch, they’ll never feel lonely.

So if you or a loved one are looking to combat loneliness and live an enriched life on your terms, Acquaint can help.

Our tailored aged care services at home go beyond traditional offerings. Our passionate team is here to help you live life your way. So if you or a loved one are in need of private home care, call us on 03 9267 9090 today.

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