Integrating Spiritual Wellness into Senior Care Programs

The search for true and lasting happiness is something that many people find themselves on at some point or the other. The luxury retirement homes or the senior citizen homes in India, are now giving a lot more importance to the residents’ spiritual wellness. From meditation and yoga to spiritual and bhajan sessions, there are several practices that add to the residents’ inner peace and harmony. In today’s world, everyone wants more than just comfort and opulence in an old age home; they are searching for meaning, community and tranquillity.

Exploring Spiritual Wellness with Senior Citizens in Luxury Homes

Spiritual wellness not only shapes our perspective of life, but it also changes how we see ourselves and our purpose in this world. For seniors in particular, it is even more important as a source of comfort, anxiety reduction and hope.

Defining Spiritual Wellness in Luxury Senior Living 

We at Jagriti Dham talk about all-round wellness. We consider spiritual wellness as an equally important aspect. We understand that any senior care programme that does not include spiritual wellness is seriously deficient in understanding the requirements of its residents. These days the emphasis in senior care programs is to give attention to the medical issues, day-to-day issues, and, in many cases, even activities to keep them busy and diverted from their limitations. However, most senior care programmes completely ignore the spiritual requirements of the older adults.

Spiritual wellness is just not a luxury or some additional requirement that is to be provided to residents who are free with it. Spiritual wellness is that quality that makes people feel complete and connected to their world and helps them find a deeper purpose for their life and existence. It is an important aspect of life and health at all ages but is critical at old age when the time to live is less and there is a race against time to complete all the unfinished aspects of life. Most times the seniors need guidance and solace to find their way, and their sense of purpose and loss of it has a direct link to stress, isolation, anxiety, and lack of quality of life.

Spiritual wellness for us at Jagriti Dham is not about the practice of a religion but creating a space to find purpose, a sense of togetherness, and time for silence that are central to many residents. It could include providing them a space to sit and contemplate, allowing them time for self-reflection or engaging with others in a group to discuss topics that are important to them and value systems that support them in their decisions. Spiritual wellness may also help them engage in some artistic and creative activity which helps them connect to their innermost self. Spiritual wellness is important to the quality of life of our residents, and hence we are committed to including all aspects of it in our service.

Effect on Emotional and Mental Wellbeing 

Research on this matter also backs up the elders’ own belief that spiritual wellness is a major part of a healthy lifestyle for senior citizens. Spiritual practices and activities are proven to reduce anxiety, uplift mood and help in building mental strength. Older adults who are regularly engaged in spiritual wellness activities and practices also tend to experience:

1. Reduced stress levels 

2. Sense of belongingness 

3. Better sleep patterns and energy 

Activities and Practices to Include in Spiritual Wellness Programs

The more often these practices become part of the daily routine of senior citizens, the more easily they will be able to avail their benefits. Here are a few examples of how we design an ideal spiritual wellness programme for the residents of our old age home.

Mindfulness and Meditation Practices 

Meditation for elderly people is a great way to calm and centre their minds. Guided imagery, breathing exercises and even daily silent meditation can be done for seniors. These practices help in improving concentration and reducing the daily stress that an individual experiences.

Gita Classes and Reading Spiritual Texts 

Group reading and discussions on spiritual and philosophical texts like the Bhagavad Gita are another good way to engage the minds and souls of senior citizens. A house for senior citizens in India can easily incorporate such activities. This helps the older adults to engage their minds and experience intellectual and emotional growth.

Bhajan and Spiritual Discussions 

Bhajan and group singing sessions not only add a cheerful vibe to the place, but they also help in building bonds among the senior citizens in the old age home. Spiritual discussions and stories, on the other hand, give the elders space to share their wisdom and experiences with the others.

Conclusion 

The spiritual wellness aspect of luxury senior living is an extremely important one. In fact, it is this that turns an ordinary old age home into a vibrant, warm and lively community. If you or your senior loved one is looking for a life full of meaning and connection, then look for our old age home Jagriti Dham where spiritual wellness is a part of the daily focus. The difference in your well-being will be visible almost immediately.