As we get older, we become more eager to officially retire. For many seniors who have reached that accomplishment, they now have the opportunity to hang up their uniforms and pursue their true passions. However, for some seniors retirement can bring up feelings of anxiety, loneliness, and even depression. To help combat these feelings, Visiting Angels Fort Worth discusses the importance of expressing gratitude.

Visiting Angels notes that by expressing gratitude, it can improve one’s perspective on life, improve the quality of sleep, and has even been linked to reducing pain. One way you can practice gratitude is by simply enjoying your morning coffee and tea. Visiting Angels Fort Worth suggests that feeling the warmth of the mug in contrast to the brisk morning, the pleasant aroma and taste, and the opportunity it provides to reflect on your blessings, all contribute to a better outlook on life, improved quality of sleep, and even reduced pain.

This is just one way of expressing gratitude that Visiting Angels Fort Worth suggests to help improve your well-being during your days in retirement. You can read more about other methods by heading over to their article: https://www.visitingangels.com/fortworth/gratitude-and-aging-well-weekly-message_3989.

Working as a caregiver takes a certain kind of character and mind set. Through the hardships that caregivers face, they continue to provide compassionate senior care that are rewarding experiences for Baby Boomers and Gen-Zers. Visiting Angels of Knoxville discusses the matter.

Being a caregiver isn’t always easy. Depending on the family’s situation, there will be times that are frustrating, however once you work through it and provide peace of mind for everyone involved, it will feel like it was a teaching moment. Through each challenge you face as a caregiver, you develop the professional skills that you can take with you forever.

Working as a caregiver at Visiting Angels Knoxville is a rewarding experience. By providing the level of care families look for, you not only develop an advanced skill set but you also reap the benefits of experiencing a fulfilling role.

Visiting Angels of Punta Gorda has been dedicated to providing compassionate Alzheimer’s care to the surrounding communities. They understand how difficult it can be when a loved one is suffering from Alzheimer’s. That is why they are committed to providing trained caregivers who have the compassion families need.

Visiting Angels of Punta Gorda are firm believers in providing Alzheimer’s care from the comfort of your loved one’s home. They understand that transitioning to a care facility can be difficult during and after the process. They also understand that many seniors prefer to age in place as opposed to moving to a senior living community. With Visiting Angels’ highly skilled caregivers, they are able to provide individualized Alzheimer’s care that truly cater to your loved one’s needs and circumstances.

With Visiting Angels at your side, you’ll have peace of mind knowing that your loved one will have the Alzheimer’s care they truly need.

As we continue to age, the risk of falling increases. According to the CDC, one out of four seniors over the age of 65 experience a fall at home and of those, only have report that they experienced a fall to their doctor. Because falling as a senior can leave serious injuries, Visiting Angels of Punta Gorda share four ways you can prevent a fall from happening in your home.

The most important things to keep in mind when at home include:

• Removing all safety hazards
• Properly light your home
• Carefully plan your day
• Wear proper non-slip footwear

You can learn more about each point by reading Visiting Angels Punta Gorda’s article: https://www.visitingangels.com/puntagorda/four-ways-to-prevent-a-fall-at-home-weekly-message_4175.

As one of the leading senior care agencies, Visiting Angels Sarasota provides compassionate Alzheimer’s care that is second-to-none. Visiting Angels understands that each family has their own unique circumstances, which is why they provide senior home care with an individualized approach. Your loved one will be able to receive care that truly accommodates their needs from caregivers who are dedicated to working around your preferences.

With Visiting Angels Sarasota, your loved one will receive the Alzheimer’s care they need from the comfort of their home. Visiting Angels understands that when a loved one has Alzheimer’s, transitioning to a care facility can be difficult. They are in an environment that they do not recognize which can induce anxiety and even panic attacks. With Visiting Angels Sarasota, your loved one will have the peace of mind knowing that they can stay home.

You can get the personalized Alzheimer’s home care services from Visiting Angels Sarasota by contacting them today.

With an opioid crisis happening in our nation, proper medication management has become even more important than ever. Seniors who take multiple prescription medications are more likely to mismanage their medications at home. To help turn this around, Visiting Angels Sarasota shares some advice.

One of the most easiest and important thing seniors can do is to properly utilize pill boxes. When we think of pill boxes, we typically think of a stick made up of seven boxes that we can place our medications into. Seniors who take multiple medications will typically place all their pills into each day of the week with no consideration of how each medication is supposed to be taken. Visiting Angels Sarasota recommends to purchase the pill box that is right for your schedule. If you have medications that need to be taken at different times of the day, get a pill box that segments the days by the hour. Visiting Angels also recommends to to purchase a separate pill box to separate medications that either do or don’t require them to be taken with food. Proper management of prescription medications can prevent adverse effects and interactions that can harm you.

Visiting Angels Sarasota shares more tips on how to properly manage medications, and you can read more about each tip in their latest article: https://www.visitingangels.com/sarasota/five-ways-to-manage-your-medication-weekly-message_3844.

As a senior, it can be difficult to having to always rely on someone else to assist you at home. The sense of independence you once had may now seem limited. However, it’s important to remember that while having a caregiver may be frustrating at times, they are there to support you. Visiting Angels Crystal Lake shares some insight on communication your feelings with your caregiver to build a healthy relationship.

One thing Visiting Angels points out is your ability to accept the fact that you need additional assistance at home. It can be humbling to always ask someone else for assistance. But even so, it’s important to garner a healthy relationship with your caregiver. Visiting Angels suggests to come to terms with your situation and to mind your manners. You deserve to have high-quality, compassionate care at home. Your caregivers deserve the same as well.

You can read more about developing a healthy relationship with your caregiver by heading over to Visiting Angels Crystal Lake’s latest article: https://www.visitingangels.com/crystallake/communicate-your-love-and-respect-this-february-weekly-message_4391.

For seniors, Valentine’s Day can feel bittersweet. For some, they may spend the holiday alone for the first time while for others, they may not be able to spend it the same way as if they were in their youth. Visiting Angels Canton shares a few ideas you can try to celebrate the day with them.

One of the first things Visiting Angels notes is to make their favorite meal. Ask them what their favorite food is and make that for dinner. See if it is okay to use their special china and if it would be okay for one of their friends or neighbors to join them for dinner. Sharing a nice meal with people you care about is a great way to show your appreciation and love for them.

You can read more about other activities that you can do with your senior for Valentine’s Day by heading over to Visiting Angels Canton’s latest blog: https://www.visitingangels.com/canton/valentine%e2%80%99s-day-activities-for-seniors-weekly-message_4327.

We all know of the ‘winter blues’ where every season, people tend to feel more depressed than any other time of year. For some people, however, it can feel more severe. People experiencing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) experience a type of depression that’s harder to get over. According to a study, 40% of people with Alzheimer’s and 20% of caregivers suffer from SAD. Visiting Angels Barrington shares some information as well as a couple ways to help treat it.

Someone who is suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder may experience:

• Fatigue, sluggishness, feelings of worthlessness
• May become irritable, agitated, and anxious
• May stop attending to self-hygiene
• May have suicidal thoughts (Suicide hotline 1-800-273-8255)

A few ways Visiting Angels Barrington shares to help treat SAD is to first speak to a doctor. It can sometimes feel relieving to have a confirmed diagnosis and to have a professional plan of treatment. Other ways you can help someone suffering from SAD include practicing self-care habits. These include making healthier food choices, exercising, and spending time soaking in the sun.

These are just a few pieces of information that Visiting Angels Barrington shares. You can learn more about Seasonal Affective Disorder by visiting their latest article: https://www.visitingangels.com/barrington/how-to-cope-with-seasonal-affective-disorder-sad-weekly-message_4294.