Is your senior loved one struggling with the "winter blues" during the spring? Learn some foods that can negatively impact Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Seniors living with diabetes need to be especially careful about what they eat. Learn some of the classic Easter diabetic-friendly meals to ensure their health remains intact.
Maintaining a sharp mind can be tricky during your retirement years. Learn some brain-stimulating activities that offer numerous benefits for your overall well-being.
As we grow older, some of us may struggle to find the motivation and strength to participate in physical activity. Learn some heart-friendly activities for elderly relatives or aging parents.
A heart attack can be a life-threatening medical emergency, so it's important to look for any warning signs. Learn more about the symptom markers so you can better provide senior care for your loved one.
Caring for a senior loved one can bring with it a lot of challenges and important decisions that have to be made. Learn the top concerns of senior caregivers and how to handle them.
Noting symptoms of SAD in a loved one can prove worrisome. Caregivers with loved ones living with seasonal affective disorder can take several steps to help them.
Ensuring that your senior parents have the best care possible is the purest form of love. Learn some tips for balancing caring for elderly parents and having time for yourself.
Almost everyone is a bit forgetful when it comes to holiday shopping, but it can be even worse when you have early-stage dementia. Learn ways to organize your holiday shopping and festivities.
Cooking for the holidays can be hectic but fun and even those who have been diagnosed with dementia can still enjoy creating some of their favorite holiday meals. At Senior Helpers Frederick, we know it is important to continue your holiday traditions. With a few tweaks to food preparation, some simple planning, and some help in the kitchen, cooking for the holidays can still be enjoyable.
How often have you done some DIY projects at home, only to realize that you've affected indoor air quality? Here are five home decorations that you should avoid.
Many seniors have Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), but that doesn't mean they should go through it alone. Find out how adult children can assist their parents in proactively coping with the condition.
Age is a significant risk factor for developing breast cancer, and most breast cancers are seen in women 55 and older. Find out how often one should have breast exams as one ages.
According to the CDC, one in four adults aged 65 years or older falls annually. Falls are the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries for seniors. In fact, falls account for 87% of bone fractures in people over the age of 65. As we age, our risk for falling increases due to factors like muscle weakness, poor eyesight, and medications that can cause dizziness or drowsiness.
Staying active is a challenge for most of us, but especially as we get older. It can be hard to get up the energy to keep fit when you're a senior. However, it's still very necessary. One solution to this is man's best friend. Playing with dogs is a fun way to make yourself get outside and exercise.
Summer in Frederick, MD, is ideal for exciting caregiving activities such as vacations and trips. However, the heat can make the activities uncomfortable.
Research shows that gaming has cognitive benefits for people of all ages. As such, it is one of the beneficial habits you could pick up as an older person to keep your mental faculties active and engaged. Gaming sharpens short-term memory and enhances problem-solving skills, while also improving balance and coordination. It also increases hippocampal gray matter, thus reducing the risk of Alzheimer's disease. It is also tons of fun when you discover the games you enjoy.
Sunglasses are essential tools that protect the eyes against harmful UV rays. They come in handy, especially during hot summer in cities like Frederick. However, most older adults do not get to enjoy the luxury of wearing sunglasses. Research by the University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center shows that about 92% of older adults on Medicare have prescription eyeglasses. If older individuals decide to use sunglasses, they will not be able to see well. Thus, they need to know the best alternatives for sunglasses.
The world is still feeling the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic saw an increase in supply chain shortages relating to many household items. These effects are still prevalent, with many still worried about being unable to get essential supplies. Caring for older individuals requires that you have a few essentials. Planning will ensure that even amid such shortages, you have all supplies that will facilitate your work.
Gardening is not only a good source of nutritious fruits and vegetables, but it's also a stimulating activity with many benefits for older people. It helps incorporate more exercise that keeps your joints and muscles mobile and flexible. Edible gardening particularly provides health and psychological advantages for seniors. Tools and equipment used in it can also be adapted for more accessibility and productivity while maintaining a safe gardening environment.
It is well known that health-promoting hobbies can provide people happiness and joy. However, most individuals are unaware that hobbies can help reduce the risk of dementia and may also delay memory loss in seniors. As a result, when the elderly exercise their mind, body, and soul, they reap additional benefits.
Here are 5 creative hobbies to explore with your senior loved ones if you're looking for some health-promoting pastimes to do with them.
Senior Helpers of Frederick is honored to be officially welcomed into the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce. We are so grateful that Michael O'Connor, Mayor of Frederick was present to support us at this occasion.
As we age, driving can become a daunting task for many. It may be your time to step back from getting behind the wheel, or you might need some safety reminders and best practices to follow to make you feel comfortable once again. Below are some tips on what it takes to drive safely on the road for yourself and others.
Learn about six activities that you can enjoy safely in the summer with your aging loved ones.