To age gracefully, we must maintain our health well into our senior years. For many seniors, however, it can be easier said than done since they struggle with physical and mental health issues that make it difficult for them to care for themselves or perform personal care. It can be difficult to ask for help. Asking for assistance also signifies that we are getting older since, as we age, our sense of self-worth is intimately correlated with our ability to maintain our independence.