Grandma was always an active woman. She liked to do her daily work by herself. She loved to wander around the house, go outdoors and do little chores. As she grew up, she began to experience some changes in her body. Never now was walking so easy. Her legs were sometimes weak and at times, painful. She also tired of walking for some time. Initially, Grandma wasn’t overly concerned with these adjustments. She believed that it is natural to be feeble at old age.
Mobility Problems
After a while, Grandma realized that there were a variety of ways in which daily life might be problematic, when it comes to mobility. She started to take her steps slower and more carefully. She began to worry about falling. This sometimes caused her to refrain from walking as much as she would like. She also ceased to do some of the things that she used to enjoy. Grandma was down on herself for losing some of her independence. She didn’t like to seek help from others. She wished to live her life and take care of herself.
Gradually she realized that she could not help but seek help with the proper attitude. She realized that safety was of greatest importance to her rather than doing it all herself. Grandma began to focus on her health. She was able to get proper rest and exercise and not strain her body too much. She worked to maintain a safe and gentle physical activity. She also ensured the surroundings of her were clear and easy to walk on. She knew that if she had a safe home, it could decrease her risk of falling.
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Over the years, Grandma got used to her mobility issues. She was familiar with her physical body and its abilities. She knew how to relax and how to ask for assistance if needed. It was also the same pain, weakness and difficulty walking in aged women that she discovered was not something to be left alone. If taken lightly, these problems can escalate. One day grandma decided it would be great if she could lead some other old women. She was aware that lots of senior women may be in the same position.
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Grandma began to say to old women that they need to take care of themselves. She advised them to be careful and take the necessary precautions, and to refrain from doing anything unsafe. Also, she wanted every family to know about the needs of old women. Another lesson I learned from my grandma is that an old woman should never give up because she can’t be mobile. She says that the simple things are to take care of the body, to accept help when needed, and never ignore problems with the body’s movement.
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