Understanding Wellness in Senior Home Care: A Whole-Person Approach to Aging Well
Understanding Wellness in Senior Home Care: A Whole-Person Approach to Aging WellBy Jenna Mortenson • February 9, 2026 Wellness is more than physical health. It is a dynamic, multi-dimensional experience that reflects how we live, connect, and find meaning in our daily lives - especially as we age.For older adults receiving home care, wellness isn’t about doing more. It’s about continuing to live safely, comfortably, and with dignity in the place they call home.According to the International Council on Active Aging, wellness is defined as:“Wellness is derived from our ability to understand, accept and act upon our capacity to lead a purpose-filled and engaged life. In doing so, we can embrace our potential (physical, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, social, environmental, vocational) to pursue and optimize life’s possibilities.”This definition reminds us that wellness…