Ensure the well-being of seniors living alone with our quick safety audit checklist. Identify potential hazards, implement preventive measures, and empower seniors to live securely and confidently in their own homes.
Make sure that your senior loved one living alone has a safe environment with this quick safety audit checklist that will assist you in identifying and addressing any potential hazards in your senior relative's home.
While summer with the whole family can be a wonderful opportunity to create cherished memories, it can also be challenging. Here are ways to help manage the stress of balancing responsibilities as a caregiver.
Seniors are more susceptible to skin-related issues such as skin cancer, melanoma, and sensitivity. Here are some things caretakers should know about skincare to help prevent these issues.
Staying connected through technology can be daunting for seniors. Here are some tips to help them out.
If you have a senior family member with Alzheimer's experiencing sundowning, you may be considering the benefits of hiring a professional caregiver to help. Here's how they can help.
As someone living with a senior suffering from dementia, it's important you understand the difference between Alzheimer's and Frontotemporal Dementia. Here's a guide to help.
As spring sets in, it's easier than ever to get outside and soak up some Vitamin D from the sun. Read on to learn more about the power of Vitamin D during spring.
As spring comes on in full force, it's the perfect time to go outdoors. Here are some easy and simple outdoor activities for seniors with mobility issues.
Seniors living alone face unique challenges, and providing an indoor pet can provide comfort and companionship as they age. Here are some indoor-only pets that are great for seniors.
As seniors age and their need for medical care increase, it's important that they have access to the right level of care they need. Unfortunately, medical care services are not always equitable across the board. Here's how you can advocate for equitable medical care.
Seniors are considered at risk of getting injured in a fire emergency. Here is our guide on what every senior needs to know when there is a fire.
Good sleep health is critical for seniors to manage their rest effectively. But how do undersleeping and oversleeping in seniors affect their health? Read on to find out.
The start of a new year is the perfect time to set resolutions. Here are six New Year's resolutions for social fun and companionship that seniors can explore.
Congested? Runny nose? Sneezing? Perhaps a cold is coming on. Many caregivers worry that there won't be anyone to step up and help care for their senior loved ones if they get sick. Those concerns often cause caregivers stress, which can increase the likelihood of getting sick.
Many people wonder how holiday lights can create fun moments and make them joyful. Here are the top holiday light displays found in Asheville.
Playing host doesn't have to be hard during the holidays. Here are 3 strategies to avoid stress when your home is crowded during the holidays as a senior.
Seasonal affective disorder affects many people during the changing seasons. Here's how to use light therapy for seniors with seasonal affective disorder.
Much of the damage caused by osteoporosis can be reduced with lifestyle changes. Here are 3 daily habits for managing osteoporosis.
Bone loss occurs naturally as we age, but there are things that can worsen it. Here are 4 daily habits that can worsen or cause osteoporosis.
Autumn offers time to engage in activities with an elderly loved one. Here are 3 Autumn habits and hobbies to extend senior healthspans.
Slipping and falling commonly happen among seniors. To prevent these accidents, it's a great idea to install these recommended rails and bars at home.
Fall is one of the most beautiful times of the year. Here are 3 fun ways seniors can prepare their homes for Autumn.
Dogs are wonderful beings, full of love, joy, and unbounded enthusiasm for life. Dogs have been shown to have many positive effects on people's health and that is especially true for seniors. In-care home services, such as those provided by Senior Helpers of Asheville, encourage dogs, if possible, as they help promote mental and emotional well-being in their patients and increase their quality of life. While dogs do require some caretaking, the effort is well worth it. Indeed, dogs can bring so much good to the lives of their owners. Below are just a few of the many ways that dogs can bring mental and emotional benefits to seniors.
Being a caregiver and providing companionship services is truly a gift to both you and the person to whom you are a companion. In-home companion services, such as those provided by Senior Helpers of Asheville, focus on improving the health, well-being, and overall wellness of the individual they are taking care of. For many seniors, maintaining their independence is paramount, yet they may still need a little help now and then. Small companionship requirements, such as running errands, can make all of the difference in the world for a senior