Here are the key factors that can impact individuals with sensory loss:
- Communication: Sensory losses can make communication difficult, such as not being able to hear a doorbell, use the phone, watch TV, or have conversations. This can lead to social isolation and frustration.
- Independence: Daily tasks such as cooking, cleaning, traveling, and managing medication become challenging. This impacts independence and quality of life.
- Psychological well-being: Sensory losses can cause feelings of discomfort, inadequacy, anxiety, and depression due to reduced social engagement and independence.
- Safety: Impaired senses make everyday activities like crossing the road more dangerous and increase the risk of accidents and injuries. Additional support is often needed