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Seniors who follow a good exercise routine typically enjoy longer, healthier, and happier lives. If you are presently looking after aging in place elderly loved one, here are some specific reasons why encouraging them to exercise regularly is so important.
As the flowers bloom and the days grow longer, spring brings with it a sense of renewal—and that includes our homes. Spring cleaning can be a refreshing and empowering tradition, especially for seniors. However, it's important that the process is approached with safety, support, and thoughtful planning. Here are some practical tips and gentle reminders to make spring cleaning a safe, manageable, and even enjoyable experience for older adults. 1. Make a Plan Before You Begin Before diving in, create a simple checklist or room-by-room plan. This helps avoid feeling overwhelmed and ensures that high-priority areas are addressed. Break the [...]
The holiday season is a magical time filled with joy, togetherness, and cherished traditions. For seniors, Christmas holds a special place in the heart, often evoking fond memories of celebrations past and the opportunity to create new ones. Yet, it can also bring challenges, such as loneliness or difficulty participating in certain activities. With a little creativity and thoughtfulness, seniors and their loved ones can ensure the Christmas season remains a time of happiness and connection. Rekindling Traditions For many seniors, Christmas traditions are a comforting link to their past. Whether it’s baking cookies from a family recipe, decorating the [...]
Halloween is often associated with children trick-or-treating and young adults hosting costume parties. But it’s a holiday for everyone, including seniors. While seniors may not be as involved in the traditional, high-energy aspects of the celebration, there are plenty of ways for them to enjoy Halloween in fun, creative, and meaningful ways. Here’s how seniors can participate in the Halloween festivities while ensuring safety and inclusivity. 1. Creative Costumes and Dressing Up Costumes aren’t just for kids! Seniors can have just as much fun dressing up for Halloween. Whether it’s a simple mask or an elaborate costume inspired by favorite [...]
Finally, Thanksgiving is upon us! A time filled with friends, family, great food, and laughter. However, one thing that makes this holiday different from other American holidays is its emphasis on gratefulness. Thanksgiving is all about appreciating those around us and being grateful for the things we have, aside from its historical significance of course. Whether you are a caregiver, a family member, or a friend, the holidays provide a great opportunity to keep your relationship with a senior strong. Here are a few fun activities for family members and seniors to participate in: Baking This is a great activity [...]
The brain is like a super-machine, working faster per second than any computer on the market. However, as we get older it tends to slow down resulting in things like forgetfulness and problems with memory/cognitive functions. Many seniors fear memory loss, and for good reason. After all, our memories form a significant part of who we are. When we lose them, we feel as though we lose pieces of ourselves. It is therefore vital to keep the brain as healthy as possible. There are many things that seniors can do to help keep their brains sharp. Improve Sleeping Habits Everyone knows [...]
The kids on a break from school, the sunny skies, the warm weather… It is no surprise that summer is everyone’s favorite season. Many wait all year long just for this time to travel and go on a retreat with their family and friends. Unfortunately, due to the pandemic, many have had to cancel or postpone their summertime plans, including seniors. Despite this, there are still plenty of fun things to do this summer. Picnics There is no better summertime activity than a picnic! Anyone can have a picnic, all that is needed is some snacks, a blanket, and a [...]
As things are slowly reopening and “going back to normal”, should precautions still be taken when going out into the world? The answer is yes. “Conditions are improving in some of the country’s major cities, but outbreaks continue to grow in others,” therefore the risk of contracting COVID-19 remains. Some states have fully lifted their COVID-19 quarantine policy, however there is no certainty that the virus is fully defeated. On the contrary, some states like Texas have “reported 1,789 new cases” and thus “have dramatically increased testing.” Now is not the time to let our guard down, we must continue [...]
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