In Home Senior Care

September 13, 2019

Categories: Home Care Services Senior Care Tips Activities for Seniors

Many seniors in the newest generation lead relatively active lives. They attend social functions and events in their community and would prefer to remain as involved in their activities as long as possible. Seniors do best with care provided in their homes with the help of dependable caregivers who will make sure that your loved one arrives and returns from their appointments safely. Transportation is an important part of senior care from Senior Helpers of Memphis. You and your family can trust that your loved one’s safety is a top priority and that they can attend the events they wish and get back home safe and sound. Transportation from reliable caregivers who are thoroughly screened, background checked, insured and bonded from Senior Helpers of Memphis is available to all areas of Memphis, Germantown, Bartlett, Collierville, and Cordova, Tennessee. Continue Reading

Labor Day and In Home Help

August 30, 2019

Categories: Home Care Services Activities for Seniors Health and Wellness

As our loved ones age, we may begin to wonder how we can improve and possibly even extend their lives. If your loved one is experiencing difficulty with performing some of their daily tasks without assistance, or if they are struggling with their limited abilities in physical activity, there is no need to worry that they are not getting the stimulation they need. Studies have proven that there is no need to perform vigorous activity to extend or enhance a loved one’s life. Productive activities have been shown to have the same effect on the now elderly, the soon-to-be-elderly, and the emerging baby-boom-elderly health as physical activity such as exercise and may even slow the aging process in seniors. Continue Reading

The Benefits of Reading Aloud and In Home Help

August 29, 2019

Categories: Activities for Seniors Home Care Services Health and Wellness

These days, it is easy to get caught up with technology and the accessibility of information on smartphones and tablets. The ability to watch a show, pull up a news story, and learn something new at the touch of the screen can be exhilarating. It is also the reason why the newest generation is one of the most distracted. Whenever possible, encourage the turn of real pages and the imagination and fun that goes along with it. Plant the seed for a desire to learn, read, and grow through reading. Continue Reading

Thank You to Medical Personnel and Professional In Home Care

August 16, 2019

Categories: Alzheimer's and Dementia Home Care Services Health and Wellness

If your elderly loved one has just completed a hospital stay due to illness or surgery, the last place you want to recover is in unfamiliar surroundings. Professional in-home care makes it possible for an elderly loved one to remain in the comforts of home while recovering. If your elderly loved one is coping with a dementia related disease such as Alzheimer’s, professional in-home care can help them to keep life as routine and predictable as possible. Remaining in the comforts and familiarity of home is most preferred among seniors and elderly adults. A life altering move to a nursing home or assisted living facility can not only be confusing but also lead to feelings of loneliness and sadness. In home care makes it possible for life to remain consistent and allows for participation in the community. Continue Reading

In Home Veteran Care

August 12, 2019

Categories: Veteran Resources Home Care Services Aging in Place

If your veteran loved one has become frailer and requires personal care assistance, or if your loved one simply requires a little help around the house with daily chores, there are many forms of senior care available from Senior Helpers to offer companionship and assistance with tasks. Continue Reading

Staying Cool with In Home Senior Care

July 16, 2019

Categories: Home Care Services Senior Care Tips

In Home Senior Care and Summer Fun Safety Tips

June 27, 2019

Categories: Home Care Services Senior Safety Senior Care Tips

Now that it is finally summer; the sun and our moods are brighter. We are spending more time outdoors now that the chill of winter and unpredictability of spring is gone. With these warmer days and longer time spent outdoors, it is important to always remember to wear sunscreen. Continue Reading

Beat Summer Heat and In Home Senior Care

June 21, 2019

Categories: Home Care Services Senior Safety Senior Care Tips

The heat of the summer is here and it is important to remember some vital safety tips for senior loved ones. Our senior loved ones are more prone to heat related illnesses and are more susceptible to dehydration risks. Continue Reading

Summer Travel for Seniors and Affordable In Home Help

June 13, 2019

Categories: Activities for Seniors Home Care Services

Summer is a highly traveled time of year for most people. The weather is warmer and attractions are open for visitors. As you may already know, traveling with an aging loved one can be a complicated at times. It is important to keep our aging loved ones actively involved in family outings, including on vacations. Traveling with an aging loved one does not have to be a stressful task. If you plan ahead to keep your senior loved one comfortable and safe, you can enjoy your trip together and help them to remain active in your family life. Continue Reading