Chapter 2: Appropriate Language Do’s and Don’ts ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
DO NOT assume you know what is best for them. DO ask how the older person is feeling and really listen. DO encourage the older person to find their own solutions to their problems. DO NOT assume older people cannot learn new skills. DO consider cultural needs. DO NOT forget to call and reach out to them. DO find ways to help them. DO contact community partners that offer senior services. DO NOT assume that seniors don’t have computer skills. DO ask about senior client’s interest. DO consider seniors limitations. DO give a demonstration of www.gcflearnfree.org DO NOT assume that they will only do the type of work they have always done. DO realize that almost half of boomers have saved less than $10,000 for retirement. So, the financial necessity to stay employed is a real one, and believe it or not, working past retirement is a great opportunity.
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