What to Know About Vitamins and Minerals for Seniors
Vitamins and minerals are crucial for the body to stay healthy and survive. There are many senior citizens who aren’t getting the vitamins or minerals they need such as vitamins A, D, K, C, E, and B. It is important to know about the different jobs that vitamins have within the body, such as resisting […]
Celebrate National Trails Day with Your Elderly Loved One
Every first Saturday in June, there is a day you may not know much about. National trails day! This year it is on June 4th, and it’s the perfect day to take your mom or dad for a hike or even a walk around the neighborhood. When your senior ages in place, it’s essential to […]
What Services Does Elder Care Offer?
Your dad is getting older and needs help with many aspects of aging. Your family is discussing his options. You could all split up the week and help him out, but that’s tough for some of you due to work schedules and family lives. The other option you’re discussing is home care. If you hire […]
Tips And Tricks For Seniors Managing Seasonal Allergies At Home
Allergies can affect seniors throughout the year, but typically they are worse in the spring and in the fall when the seasons change. Because many seniors take a lot of medications for various health conditions, they may not be able to take medicines for seasonal allergies. Or, the medications that they may be able to […]
What Does “Aging Her Way” Mean for Your Senior?
Every year the theme for Older Americans Month in May is different. 2022’s theme is “Age My Way.” Understanding what aging her way means for your senior can mean talking with your elderly family member about what she wants from her life as she continues to age. For many seniors, this means aging in place […]
Helping Your Senior Stay Active During The Summer
As the seasons change, the weather will get nicer, but many seniors have been stuck inside for a few months thanks to brutal winter weather. You may be worried about your mom or dad’s health, and part of that worry is understandable if they are moving enough. Staying healthy means getting enough physical activity and […]
What Can You Do to Help Your Senior to Safely Age in Place?
Has your senior mentioned to you that she wants to age in place? Many seniors do, and with the right planning and preparation, that could very well be a possibility for your elderly family member. The key is often in having the right assistance such as homecare services available when your elderly family member needs […]
Easy Ways For Seniors To Lower Their Blood Pressure
May is National Blood Pressure Education Month. During the month of May seniors and their families should look for ways that seniors who have high blood pressure can take steps to change that. Medication can help, but there are also some easy lifestyle changes that seniors can make that will make a big difference in […]
How Does Tai Chi Help the Aging Process?
Tai chi is an exercise that is easy on the joints. If you think this would be good for your elderly loved one, talk to them about how senior care can help.
Tips for Helping a Senior Citizen Who Doesn’t Want Assistance
Have you been talking to your elderly loved one about receiving home care assistance, but they seem a little unsure about it? They may even downright refuse to get any help from elder care providers.