The holidays may present certain challenges for seniors.🎄😰 Some are common, while others are unique to the individual.
If you have a senior in your life the following tips will help you recognize some of these challenges as well as offer ways to alleviate the stress they may cause. 💖
#DYK every year, 3 million seniors are treated in the emergency room for fall injuries.🤕 And, falling once doubles someone’s chances of falling again.
Preventing accidents at home, especially falls is one of the most important strategies for helping your senior loved one feel safe and independent at home.
Learn more about risk factors and prevention strategies for your senior loved ones here.
Spring has sprung and summer is underway, so it’s a great time to engage in activities that bring joy. Whether you prefer to escape the heat or enjoy the great outdoors, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the longer, brighter days:
♞ 🎩 Play a game
🏃 🏊Exercise
🎸 🎹 Learn to play an instrument
🎨 🎭 Try painting or performing arts
Trying new activities and taking up old ones again can bring older adults purpose throughout the year.
Check out 10 hobbies that bring joy to seniors all year long.
Studies have shown that seniors who maintain social connection and relationships lead healthier lives, both physically and mentally. 🤗
Today, there are so many platforms that allow for meaningful interaction. At Comfort Keepers, we wanted to share some ideas for socially connecting from home:
💬 Start a family group chat for life updates, photos, and conversations with loved ones
✍️ Become a penpal—include drawings, photos, or small mementos in your letter
♟ Play together online! Choose from classics like Scrabble, Monopoly, trivia, or chess
Stress can impact mental health and lead to depression, anxiety, and more. Having worries and concerns is natural, but it is essential that seniors and Caregivers practice stress-reduction techniques to keep chronic stress and bay and protect their mental health.
Finding moments of joy and focusing activities that bring meaning and purpose
can help seniors and caregivers manage stress.
🧘 Practice meditation, yoga or deep breathing
👪 Connect with family and friends
🎶 Listen to soothing music
🤣 Find a way to laugh each day
Learn about the importance of managing stress and find more stress relief techniques.
Did you know? 💭 An estimated 80% of falls in older adults occur in the bathroom, making it one of the most important places to evaluate for safety in the home.
Along with assisting in everyday activities, our caregivers are specially trained to recognize and communicate any potential safety issues, assist in reducing fall hazards, and keep your loved one safe at home. 🤗
Learn more about creating a home sanctuary for your senior loved one and how Comfort Keepers of Flemington can help.
Did you know? 💭 An estimated 80% of falls in older adults occur in the bathroom, making it one of the most important places to evaluate for safety in the home.
Along with assisting in everyday activities, our caregivers are specially trained to recognize and communicate any potential safety issues, assist in reducing fall hazards, and keep your loved one safe at home. 🤗
Learn more about creating a home sanctuary for your senior loved one and how Comfort Keepers of Flemington can help:
An established support system has a plethora of benefits, from helping us cope with life’s challenges to better sleep and productivity. There are so many reasons to prioritize social wellness as we get older. ✔️
Here are a few ways seniors can build a meaningful social support system:
🤝 Volunteer
🧘 Join an exercise group or class
☕️ Invite friends over for coffee or tea
🤗 Join a senior center
📲 Utilize social media to stay connected with friends and family
Whether it’s a trip to see friends or a weekly exercise class, our caregivers are here to proactively help you or your loved one prioritize social wellness.
Learn more about how we can help.
As we get older, challenges thrown our way can make it more difficult to enjoy life’s day-to-day pleasures and activities. Creating healthy habits that enhance mental health can help combat feelings of isolation, depression, or anxiety. 🤗
Kick off a new healthy habit this week! Try out one of these ideas:
🖐 Discover a new purpose through volunteer work
🧘♂️ Try out a different exercise program
🎨 Find a hobby that brings you joy
💞 Spend time connecting with friends & family
At Comfort Keepers of Flemington, our caregivers understand the importance of senior mental health and help create healthy habits that bring your loved one a sense of purpose and joy. Learn more about how we can help.
Keep your immune system strong this winter with a healthy dose of vitamin C. 🍊✨
Not only does vitamin C help fight off infections, but it supports healthy joints and builds strong blood vessels so we can maintain the highest quality of life as we age. 😌
Need help reaching your recommended dose? Check out our article to discover foods rich in vitamin C and how Comfort Keepers can help implement healthy habits for you or a loved one.
Home Care News by Comfort Keepers®