In time they'll realize they're safe, loved, cared for, and they'll be alright. No, it's not the same but you and they realize it. It took Maxie almost a year of sadness before we could love her out of it. Now she wags and barks greetings when I come home and she's right at the door, raising hell with the rest of them lol.
It may be a while before you get that reward, but it will come. 
Yeah, seniors come with their own challenges. It's never easy taking care of a geriatric pet. I'm really sure of this: I don't want to die alone and if I can help it, a senior animal won't have to either. It breaks my heart when I see notices come across FB where seniors get turned out just because the owners won't accept the end-of-life responsibilities that come with adopting a puppy or a kitty. They're not furniture -- they're forever. No matter what, they come into this house in my arms and they leave this world in my arms with the best I can provide in between. That's the least they deserve for unconditional love and unending loyalty.
I'm here behind you if you need me. Don't be afraid to ask.
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