Dr. Rhonda L. Randall is the chief medical officer of UnitedHealthcare Employer & Individual, a business segment of the nationâs largest health care company, UnitedHealth Group and is a fellowship-trained geriatrician with a focus on hospice and palliative medicine. Valley News/Courtesy photo
Dr. Rhonda L. Randall
Special to Valley NewsWe are all wired for emotional connection and that doesnât stop when we retire. In my experience as a geriatrician, older adults who have family or a strong support network by their side are more likely to remain living in their homes longer, get the care they need and have better health outcomes. Unfortunately, older adults who are more isolated with less of a social support system, experience more challenges and often donât receive important care.Through my practice, I learned the path to better health for older adults isnât always through the doctorâs office. When older adults are a part of an active community, their health outcomes improve. But in many instances, these communities have been less active due to COVID-19. The la
