Seniors Enjoying Warm Weather, VA Barrington

Photo of grass zoomed in.
Photo by Aaron Burden on Unsplash

Currently, social distancing is still important; however, that does not mean that people cannot enjoy the nice weather. Visiting Angels Barrington discusses some ways in which seniors can take advantage of the beautiful weather. 

Seniors can enjoy the sunshine from their homes by gardening. If a senior has a caretaker, the caretaker can buy the needed gardening supplies like dirt, seeds, and plants. On the other hand, the supplies can also be shipped to the senior’s home if that is easier. Once seniors get a hold of their supplies, they can start constructing a garden slowly. Caretakers or family members can help take care of the more challenging tasks while seniors can do more of the lighter tasks. 

If gardening does not sound appealing, seniors can also enjoy the nice weather by taking their activities outside. Seniors who knit, solve puzzles, or read can sit down on a chair outside of their home and enjoy their activities with a nice warm breeze. 

For more ideas, you may visit Welcome Spring! 

Seniors and Gardening, VA Hurst

Elderly person picking leaves off of a plant.
Image by Carola68 from Pixabay 

Seniors cannot move around the same way they used to. Some might need a walker or cane to move around; however, sitting in front of a television all day is not the only thing seniors can do. Visiting Angels Hurst explains how seniors can benefit from gardening. 

When seniors sit in front of their television all day, every day, it can be very repetitive and lonely. They might not interact with their friends or loved ones because they lose track of time staring at the tv for too long. To combat loneliness, seniors can ask their caregiver or a loved one to help them take care of a garden. A community garden is also a great way for seniors to interact with others. 

The Vitamin D exposure as a result of gardening is also very nice for seniors. Naturally, seniors are unsteady on their feet because of calcium deficiencies. Vitamin D can help seniors with their calcium levels and immune system. 

For more information on how gardening benefits seniors, visit Senior Care Ideas: How Gardening Can Help Seniors Stay Active. 

Visiting Angels Caregivers, VA Hurst

Elderly woman looking into the camera.
Image by Benjamin Balazs from Pixabay 

Caring for the elderly requires a lot from caretakers; however, being a caretaker is also very fulfilling. More and more seniors are deciding to age at home. Agencies like Visiting Angels Hurst are hiring caretakers to help seniors age at home peacefully. 

Caretakers help their elderly clients in many ways. For example, caretakers provide medication reminders, take care of light cleaning, and help with hygiene needs. All caretakers take care of their clients to the best of their ability, but not all caretakers are the same. Visiting Angels Hurst discusses how students, parents, and retirees can become caregivers.  

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that employment of home health aides and personal care aides is projected to grow. Currently, more seniors want to age at home. To accommodate to the needs of the seniors aging at home, more caretakers will be needed. When caretakers are asked about the benefits of their jobs, they bring up flexible hours and the 1 on 1 interactions with their clients. 

To read more about why caretakers enjoy their job, you may visit Students, Parents, and Retirees: “Caregiver” Might Be the Perfect Role for You. 

Seniors Neglecting Forms of Wellness, VA Southlake

Elderly person holding onto a stress ball.
Photo by Matthias Zomer from Pexels

Keeping track of things has not been easy because COVID-19 has changed the day to day lives of people all over the world. Though it can be a challenge to keep up with the days, it is important to pay attention to what your body is telling you. Visiting Angels Southlake breaks down how seniors can care for four areas of wellness they might be neglecting. 

The first area of wellness that seniors tend to neglect is their thirst. As people age, their thirst sensations dull. It becomes difficult to know when your body needs water because your body is not telling you. To deal with their dulled thirst sensation, seniors should try drinking water as often as they can. Some great times to drink water are in the morning, after waking up, and before every meal. If 8oz of water seems like it is too much, seniors can start off by drinking 4oz of water and slowly build their way up to 8oz.  

To read about the three other areas of wellness, visit Four Areas of Wellness Seniors Neglect and How to Change. 

Meditation is Great for Seniors, VA Sarasota

A piece of paper that says "mindfulness" and it is placed in front of a window.
Photo by Lesly Juarez on Unsplash

Seniors are being told to stay at home because they are vulnerable to COVID-19. Many seniors might be looking for some ideas on what they should do while they are safe at home. Visiting Angels Sarasota brings up how meditation is a great habit to form during these challenging times. 

Meditation does not require physical or mental strain. In fact, meditation is about reflecting and taking everything into consideration so people feel less overwhelmed. One of the reasons why Visiting Angels Sarasota recommends meditation for seniors is because meditation helps boost the immune system. Naturally, as people age, the immune system weakens. Furthermore, stress can also weaken the immune system. With the combination of age and stress during these difficult times seniors might need a way to destress. A couple of minutes of meditation seems like a great way for seniors to take a break and boost their immune system at the same time. 

For more information, visit Four Benefits to Meditation: Why Seniors Need to Find Zen. 

Visiting Others While Following Social Distancing Guidelines, VA Fort Worth

letters that spell out "stay apart".
Photo by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash

Although states are reopening slowly, social distancing is still important. Before you visit any elderly loved ones, you should keep in mind that they are still vulnerable to COVID-19. Visiting Angels Fort Worth brings up some ways in which you can practice social distancing while visiting your loved ones. 

Instead of scheduling a meeting with your loved one inside, try having a meeting outside. Check to see who has the largest backyard. The larger the backyard, the more space you can put in between each other during the visit. Once the location is decided, you can also plan in advance by adjusting the placement of furniture. For instance, you can have the chairs ready by disinfecting them and placing them 6 ft apart. Furthermore, you can use lawn paint to mark out more areas that are 6 ft apart just in case you or your loved one would like to move around during the visit. Visiting Angels Fort Worth has more great ideas as well. 

To read their blog, you may visit Making the Most of a Social Distancing Visit. 

Talking with Your Loved One When They Have Dementia, VA Punta Gorda

Elderly woman smiling into the camera.
Photo by Anthony Metcalfe on Unsplash

Dementia can make it difficult for seniors to have conversations. If you are looking for ways in which you can have engaging conversations with your elderly loved one, take a look at the advice that Visiting Angels Punta Gorda has to offer. 

One of the best ways to have a great conversation with your loved one is by getting them to reminisce. They can reminisce about their childhood, teenage years, or whatever they can remember. The main point of having a conversation centered around their memories is so you can actively engage them. You can ask them what their favorite childhood memory is or you can ask if they did anything unbelievable during their teenage years. As long as the questions do not end in a simple yes or no response, you and your loved one can have a nice long chat. 

As you talk with your loved one, be sure to check on them. Are they yawning? Do their eyes look glazed over? If your loved one looks tired, ask them if they would like to take a nap. You can continue to have a great talk after they rest up. 

For more information, you may visit Engaging in Conversation When Dementia is in the Picture. 

Seniors Establishing a Routine, VA South Elgin

An open planner and coffee mug placed on a table.
Photo by Content Pixie on Unsplash

As a result, of COVID-19 people have been inside their homes for several weeks. Since people are now working from home and doing everything in one place, many have lost track of their routines. Visiting Angels South Elgin explains how seniors can start establish a routine at home. 

The routines that Visiting Angels suggests are simple. For example, setting a time to sleep and a time to wake up will help start and end any day. Some seniors might have a difficult time winding down at the end of the day. If that is the case, journaling and tea can work wonders for calming down and getting ready for bed. On the other hand, seniors could also struggle with waking up at a scheduled time. To get up in the morning, many people think of something that makes them excited for the mornings like a nice cup of coffee. 

Another simple routine deals with clothes. Visiting Angels brings up how seniors should change out of their pajamas. Though it is nice to be around the house in comfortable clothes all day, getting dressed can motivate seniors for the rest of their day. 

To read the whole blog, visit Helping Seniors Get Back into a Routine. 

Home Care for Your Loved One, VA Hot Springs

An elderly woman looking out a window.
Photo by Nick Karvounis on Unsplash

Has COVID-19 forced you to work from home? If so, you might also be having a difficult time adjusting to the changes. Visiting Angels Hot Springs brings up how this would be the ideal time to hire a caretaker to help your elderly loved one while you try to get a handle of everything happening in your life. 

A caretaker can help your loved one with a variety of things. However, one of the first things you might be concerned about is exposing your loved one to COVID-19. Visiting Angels caretakers are well aware of the precautions set by the Centers for Disease Control. When entering homes, caretakers make sure to follow strategies to keep your loved one safe. For example, caretakers wipe down often used surfaces and wear masks. 

One of the greatest benefits of hiring a caretaker, especially during these times, is the companionship that they can bring to your elderly loved one. Companion Care Services offered by visiting Angels will help your loved one get through these socially distant and lonely times. Plus, a caretaker can make sure that your loved one has a stocked pantry, is eating healthy meals, and has a clean home.  

To read the whole blog, you may visit Homecare Benefits During COVID-19. 

Home Care and Hospital Admissions, VA Horsham

Doctor with crossed arms holding a stethoscope.
Photo by Online Marketing on Unsplash

Lately hospitals have been filled with COVID-19 patients. So, if possible, it is best to avoid hospital visits. Visiting Angels Horsham explains how caretakers can help seniors avoid hospital admissions. 

There are various reasons why an elderly person would be admitted into a hospital. Did you know that thousands of people are admitted into hospitals because of drug related issues? Many people make mistakes when taking their medications, and those mistakes lead to hospital visits. Seniors with many medications can forget that they already took one pill and accidently decide to take the same pill by mistake. Other seniors can have a difficult time reading the labels of their medication. A caretaker can help regulate medications. Having a caretaker by their side would also help prevent more situations from arising.  

Many seniors have a difficult time keeping up with their hygiene. If someone does not properly care for their hygiene, they could experience a urinary tract infection. Visiting Angels caretakers can help seniors take care of their hygiene so things like urinary tracks do not become a problem. Whether a senior needs help keeping track of their medication or taking care of their hygiene, caretakers can provide the needed assistance and prevent hospital admissions. 

For more information, visit Key Ways that Home Care Reduces Hospital Admissions.