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Retirement life doesn't have to be isolating and sedentary. Here is our guide on how retirees can use their skills to meet the needs of their community.
Exploring Volunteer Opportunities as a Retired ProfessionalAre you finding yourself spending a lot of time in front of the screen? Keep reading and learn practical tips on how to ensure eye health while enjoying the digital world.
Eye Strain & Screen Time: What You Need To KnowIndependent living can be an exciting and fulfilling experience for seniors. However, it can also come with its own set of challenges. Find out how to navigate this season with our helpful tips!
Independent Living for Seniors - How to Thrive in Your Senior YearsThe bond between grandparents and grandchildren is truly like no other. And for this summer season, we have organized a handy guide that can help seniors in staying connected with their grandchildren. Read on!
Staying Connected With Grandchildren - A Guide for SeniorsKeeping our seniors hydrated is essential for their overall health and well-being. Here are tips on how to create hydrating recipes that will keep your senior loved one feeling healthy and refreshed.
Caregiver’s Guide To Creating Hydrating Recipes for SummerDiscover valuable tips and insights for supporting families affected by a relative living with dementia. Get compassionate care at Senior Helpers Boston North.
Helping Family Affected by A Relative Living With DementiaRespite care offers you an opportunity to focus on other tasks and maintain a healthy life balance. Here is our guide on how you can transition smoothly to respite care for your senior loved one with dementia.
How To Make Respite Care Safer for Seniors With DementiaDo you want to build relationships with seniors who live alone but don't know where to start? Here is our guide on how you can connect and support seniors and help alleviate feelings of isolation and loneliness.
6 Ways To Build Relationships With Seniors Who Live AloneAre you ready to bridge the age gap and discover the untapped benefits of intergenerational programs? These wonderful initiatives creating meaningful connections between seniors and youth offer a unique opportunity to learn from each other and grow together. This post will explore the numerous advantages of participating in intergenerational programs for both age groups with evidence of their success from around the world. Whether you are a senior or a young person, you will benefit from the exciting world of shared interests and co-mentoring possibilities.
The Benefits of Intergenerational Programs for Seniors and YouthAre you a senior looking to improve your mood, increase focus and concentration, or even boost your memory? If so, you might be interested in exploring the benefits of music therapy. Music has the power to evoke emotions, stimulate the mind, and provide a sense of comfort and connection. In this blog post, we will delve into what music therapy is, introduce the benefits for seniors, and discuss the science behind it all. Tune in and discover how music therapy can enrich the lives of seniors in our community!
The Benefits of Music Therapy for Seniors: Improving Memory and MoodTalking about end-of-life planning with your elderly parent is a difficult conversation to have. Learn about tips on how to help you start the conversation and what topics to discuss.
Is It Time To Talk About End Of Life Planning With Your Elderly Parent?Taking care of a disabled senior is a difficult task. Here is our guide on how family members can help their senior loved ones living with disabilities to live a more comfortable and fulfilling life.
Challenges Facing Disabled Senior Adults & How Family Can Make Life EasierFor a senior loved one living with diabetes, maintaining proper oral hygiene is especially important. Learn how seniors with diabetes can enjoy a lifetime of good health, including oral health.
Why Oral Hygiene Is Critical for Diabetics (And How to Provide Supportive Care)Depression and lethargy in senior relatives can be difficult to address. Learn how to identify the causes and steps to remedy the situation.
What to Do When an Elderly Relative's Depression or Lethargy Is Interfering With Personal HygieneWhile there are many types of fraud and scams out there, there is a common element to each- preying on the elderly because they are viewed as an easy target to acquire their life savings or access to their identity.
How to Avoid Elderly ScamsDo you want to protect your senior loved ones from the complications of the flu? Learn more about what medical professionals have to say about the flu shot.
Should I Get the Flu Shot If I'm Over 65? Advice from Medical Professionals on VaccinationsLooking forward to celebrating Christmas with your elderly loved ones? Read our guide on how to help senior parents diagnosed with Alzheimer's.
How to Help Senior Parents During Their First Holiday Season With Alzheimer's
Would you be shocked to hear that the bathroom is one of the most dangerous places in a home for an elderly person?
Keeping Your Senior Safe in the BathroomNovember is here and for many of us, that means the start of the holiday season and the chaos of shopping and preparing for holiday meals. For many others of us, November - specifically November 11th - signifies a time for a pause to remember our veterans who served their country and the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom and safety.
At Senior Helpers, we would like to honor our veterans, many of whom we serve, this month with a reminder of how in-home care can support and provide assistance to veterans across our nation.
Honoring Our Veterans - The Benefits of Home Care for Our HeroesJust last month, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recognized the month of September as Healthy Aging Month in order to raise national attention on the health and well-being of older adults. The focus is aimed at supporting efforts to help older adults stay healthy and independent as they age. Part of this mission is to inform and encourage staying up-to-date on vaccines and flu shots.
The Importance of Staying Up-to-Date on Vaccines and Flu ShotsOlder adults undergo many changes that impact them emotionally as they grow into a new stage of life. While many of these changes bring about wonderful things, it is important to be aware of the negative implications as well and how they impact your loved one’s comfort and quality of life.
How to Support a Senior That May Feel IsolatedIf we are what we eat, we must carefully consider our dining choices. The team at Senior Helpers serving the North Shore, Merrimack Valley, and Cape Ann areas knows this to be true regardless of age. In our experience, we’ve seen that consuming the right foods can keep seniors happier and healthier throughout their golden years.
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