Great legacy is about leaving the world a better place. May older adults be a force for positive change, to foster human compassion, to encourage mutual understanding and to heal the wounds of racial and cultural bias, bigotry and inequity as "...one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."
Meriatrics provides companionship and activity services for older adults, including those in residential, medical or rehabilitative care. We also offer group entertainment options for nursing homes, assisted living residences, hospitals and senior organizations.
Direct services suspended due to Covid-19 (Coronavirus.)
Our business model is shaped by the growing body of evidence that highlights the importance of bridging the gap between health/medical care and social/emotional care, for improved outcomes and quality of life. Customized to individual interests, our services focus on four core components for inspiring a sense of joy, well-being and zest for life:
Social Engagement
Companionship
Personal Enjoyment
Meaningful Activity
Cognitive Enrichment
Curiosity & Learning
Group Entertainment
Musical Programs
From Geriatrics to Meriatrics ...
Traditional geriatric (and medical) models of care focus primarily on physical, medical and personal care needs.
But, social, emotional and/or spiritual needs are now known to be just as critical for better health, positive aging and a general sense of well-being.
Connecting socially, having fun and learning new things are not only vital -- they make life worth living.
Meriatrics adds technicolor to life!
IMPACTS OF LONELINESS & ISOLATION ON HEALTH
Loneliness, social isolation and limited cognitive stimulation come at great risk to one's health.
According to the National Institute on Aging, risks include "high blood pressure, heart disease,obesity, a weakened immune system.. depression, cognitive decline... even death."
BENEFITS OF ACTIVITY & PLAYFULNESS
Research also suggests that play and playfulness in later life have huge benefits, helping to improve social, emotional, psychological and cognitive functioning -- all of which are important to healthy aging overall. So, fun isn't just for kids anymore and Meriatrics is answering the call!