Caring for seniors with sundowning symptoms can be a stressful and emotionally draining experience. Here are some essential tips for caregivers to successfully manage this challenging event.
Maintaining a healthy diet is essential for seniors over 65 especially those with hypertension. Here are some hypertension prevention recipes seniors can enjoy at home.
Read on as we share an essential dementia care planning checklist to help ensure your loved one gets the care they need throughout the journey.
Managing high cholesterol levels can be daunting for most seniors. Fortunately, there are many ways to cook for this condition. Read on!
Read on as we discuss what hypertension is, its potential causes, and dietary rules for reducing the risk of hypertension in seniors.
Help a senior loved one try a fun and new exercise program this year! Read on for the benefits of yoga and restorative exercises for seniors.
Calcium is not just for growing healthy bones and teeth, it also has other important benefits! Read on for the best sources of calcium and how to incorporate it into a senior's diet.
Winter has arrived and with it comes beautiful scenery, lights, winter weather, and toasty fireplaces. However, it also brings ice, snow, and potentially dangerous situations for seniors as they go about their day.
When the weather gets chilly, seniors might experience a reduction in body temperature more easily than when they were young. This increases the risk of falling as well as being affected by illnesses such as flu and severe cold. Fortunately, winter doesn't have to be a difficult time for an elderly loved one. With responsible preparation, smart planning, and often checking on them, families can ensure that their senior loved ones have a safe and happy winter season. Below are some tips to do when checking on seniors this season:
The holidays are a time for fun and family and many seniors will celebrate the holidays with family and friends this year. The festivities may feature a variety of delicious food and beverages. So seniors who are prediabetic or have diabetes might wonder what's safe for them to consume.
As people age, doing some routine tasks becomes complicated. They may have to be reminded of basic things such as getting out of the house for some fresh air or even taking medication. While living with their adult children can offer some relief, seniors may sometimes feel like they are overburdening them. As such, they may want to relieve their adult children of some caregiving responsibilities without making them feel guilty.
There are many ways seniors can prepare their homes for winter. So here's a list of winterizing tasks seniors can do this season.
If you or a senior loved one is struggling with osteoporosis, don't fret! Here are tips that will help in treating and managing osteoporosis.
Though there is no way to prevent osteoporosis completely, several daily habits can increase the risk of developing it. Read on!
The winter season can be particularly beautiful. However, when snow and ice accumulate, seniors can be at risk for slips and falls. Falls rank among the most frequent causes of injuries sustained by seniors during the winter. Fortunately, falls can typically be avoided with a little forethought.
The Midwest, including areas in South Minneapolis like Saint Paul, Minnetonka, and Hennepin County itself, produces a considerable amount of food for the nation and has some traditional dishes to accompany the seasonal fare. In this region, the climate influences the growing season during the summer because it is very hot, yet subject to early frosts that can damage crops.
At Senior Helpers of South Minneapolis and Surrounding Areas, many of our senior clients report owning pets and have dogs as companions. Dog ownership has a multitude of benefits including improved emotional and physical well-being. We recommend incorporating a pet into one's exercise or workout routine as a fun way for our seniors to get active. Our multi-tiered guide will help your elderly loved one find ways to stay active with their pet and is tailored to the Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Minnetonka, and Hennepin County weather. It is possible to include beloved pets in one's daily routine and enjoy physical activity outside, inside parts of the home, or at indoor pet parks.
As summer is starting to heat up in the Saint Paul - Minneapolis area, keeping up with personal hygiene is more important. With increased perspiration comes increased risks of rashes and oily build-up on the skin. Keeping up with a hygienic routine such as bathing isn't only the polite thing to do for people around you, but is also important for personal health. Of course, this may be more difficult for older adults.
Caregivers should attend to their physical and mental well-being while caring for a loved one. The magnitude of your service directly correlates to the amount of time you spend to recharge and renew yourself. The summer schedule tends to be looser, and more extended warmer days make it easier to prioritize self-care.
No matter your age or activity level, everyone needs to stay hydrated. Proper hydration is one of the most important things when it comes to health and energy levels. Getting enough water can be a challenge in the warm summers of Minneapolis, especially if you don't like the taste of water. However, there are other ways to stay hydrated with the help of water-rich foods.
As senior citizens in South Minneapolis move into their golden years with reduced stress and less worry, keeping a healthy brain function is essential. The better their cognitive health, the better life quality these senior citizens can expect. To keep their brains active and performing efficiently, several types of video games will allow them to use different areas of their brain. Their abilities will improve instead of dull over time when they are on their tablets, computers, or smartphones.