The Aging Process

The Aging Process
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The Aging Process
The aging process is a multifaceted stage that is determined or influenced by various factors. In the case of Francine, her environment plays a significant role in influencing her aging process. It is observed that Francine has worked as a librarian for forty years and she retired at the age of 65 (Plummer, Makris, & Brocksen, 2014). During this period, her life was confiscated within the library and the institutional environment. Besides, Francine has lived a lonely life since the death of the husband, 30 years ago. This has caused psychological depression, isolation, and loneliness. These sociopsychology factors have influenced the aging process of Francine significantly causing accelerated senescence.
As a social worker dealing with the case of Francine, it would be essential to encourage social engagement by directing Francine to keep a connection with people of positive influence such as joining community groups and other social congregation whether in church or recreational and adventures groups. This can help minimize cases of isolation, loneliness, and depression that she is experiencing. I would also recommend Francine to engage in physical recreational and rewarding activities that can help cheer her up and build her physio-psychological growth, which is essential among older adults.
The appropriate strategy that one can apply is a strength-based perspective strategy, which focuses on improving the mental and physical health of the elderly (Papell, 2015).

This strategy is suitable in this case considering Francine battling with isolation, depression and recovering from alcohol. It would help Francine overcome her socio-psychology state by making her feel positively engaged and empowered to overcome the challenges she is facing. This strategy focuses on boosting her mental and physical growth and building support through her environment, which can aid in the positive aging process.
References
Plummer, S. -B., Makris, S., & Brocksen, S. (Eds.). (2014). Sessions: Case histories. Baltimore: MD: Laureate International Universities Publishing.
Papell, C. P. (2015). Experiencing Aging: A Social Group Worker’s Self-Reflection. Social Work with Groups, 38(3–4), 371–381.