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  • How Spring Cleaning for Seniors Can Help Improve Your Mental Health

    March 16, 2023

    Spring cleaning for seniors can be a therapeutic activity that not only helps declutter their homes but also improves their mental health. Discover the benefits of this seasonal task and find out why spring cleaning is more than just a chore.

  • 7 Heart Health Tests for Seniors to Take During American Heart Month

    February 26, 2023

    Prioritize your heart health this American Heart Month. Our guide will highlight the heart health tests for seniors you should consider taking to monitor and improve your cardiovascular health, so you stay healthier and happier in your golden years.

  • 4 Easy and Romantic Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day at Home

    February 13, 2023

    Valentine's Day is the perfect time to show your loved one how much you care. With our easy and romantic ideas, we’ll help you plan a delightful Valentine's Day celebration and make the day extra special and memorable, even from the comfort of home.

  • How Breaking a Hip Increases Your Risk of Poor Health (And What You Can Do About It)

    January 28, 2023

    Broken bones may require surgery, take time to heal, and often need physical therapy. Learn everything you need to know about a hip fracture.

  • Gratitude Journaling for Seniors: What's the Science?

    January 19, 2023

    Gratitude journaling is not limited to free-form expressive writing; it also includes list-making, planning, expressing appreciation, and filling out a planner. It is scientifically proven to positively affect your mental and physical health, memory, relationships, and productivity.

  • How to Keep Indoor Air Quality Consistent During Winters in Salem

    December 14, 2022

    The holidays are typically when most cities around the country experience winter. Because of this climate, most people are forced to stay indoors. Seniors are forced to remain indoors because they are vulnerable to infectious diseases. Dust mites, pet hair, viruses, mold spores, and gaseous contaminants like cigarette smoke and paint off-gassing, cleaning products, and building materials are just a few of the many potential sources of pollutants.

    However, seniors in different cities experiencing winter have nothing to worry about because there are ways to keep indoor air quality consistent and improve their overall health.

  • 5 Psychological Benefits of Giving and Volunteering Amongst Seniors

    December 9, 2022

    It's no secret that volunteering can be a great way to give back to your community. But did you know that it can also positively affect your mental health? Research has found that seniors who volunteer or give regularly experience an array of psychological benefits, including improved mood, increased self-confidence, and even reduced risk of depression. Let's take a closer look at the top five psychological benefits of giving and volunteering amongst seniors.

  • How to Discuss Hiring a Third-Party Caretaker With Adult Children You Live With

    November 28, 2022

    Hiring a third-party caretaker can relieve adult children from various responsibilities as seniors stay independent and safe. If a senior has been thinking about hiring a caretaker, it could be the best decision and opportunity to receive care from a professional caretaker. However, they may have mixed reactions to it.

    Making this decision can be confusing, embarrassing, challenging, and stressful. It'd be best to learn ways to approach and discuss it with their adult children. Here is a guide to help seniors discuss with adult children who live with them how to hire a third-party caretaker in Salem, OR.  

     

  • 7 Top Puzzles and Games for Cognition and Learning for Seniors

    November 21, 2022

    It is possible for a person's cognition to decrease as they age. Here are the top puzzles and games that are good for seniors' cognition and learning.

     

  • 6 Ways to Stop Shorter Days From Impacting Quality of Life in Fall and Winter

    November 4, 2022

    SAD is a type of depression that mainly manifests during winter and fall. This disorder comes with extreme unhappiness and challenges in sleeping and eating.

  • 5 Daily Habits That Can Worsen or Cause Osteoporosis

    October 30, 2022

    Seniors and caregivers in the Salem area can minimize the effects of and help prevent osteoporosis by maintaining healthy daily habits. Here are a few everyday routines that can make all the difference in determining and avoiding the worst outcomes of osteoporosis.

  • 6 Mental and Emotional Benefits of Demonstrating Gratitude

    October 25, 2022

    Demonstrating gratitude boosts mental health by increasing empathy, moods, optimism, kindness, love, energy, morality, positivity, mindfulness, and relaxation and helps you adopt a journaling culture.

  • 6 Stress-Free Tips to Help Seniors Downsize

    October 24, 2022

    The time has come for you to downsize your living arrangements and prepare to relocate. You knew the time was near but somehow, you feel a bit overwhelmed and second-guessing whether you are making the right decision.

  • 3 Daily Habits for Treating and Managing Osteoporosis

    October 14, 2022

    October 20 is World Osteoporosis Day, and for many senior adults and those who deal with osteoporosis, managing this disease is a fact of life. According to the National Institute on Aging, osteoporosis can weaken bones to the point where they break easily. This can make even minor falls a  major hazard for those who suffer from osteoporosis. Fortunately, bone is living tissue, and there are some things that can be done to help treat and manage osteoporosis on a daily basis.

  • Fun and Safe Ways Our Senior Loved Ones Can Celebrate Halloween

    October 13, 2022

    Allowing ourselves to embrace our inner child is good for the soul. Our senior loved ones have just as much of a right to enjoy Halloween as anyone else and they will have just as much fun doing it.

  • 5 Great Activities to Enjoy with Seniors this Fall

    October 5, 2022

    When the weather begins to cool off, it is important to celebrate the change of the season. As a senior caregiver, this can become a challenge, especially with changes in mobility and the increasing isolation and depression that comes from being away from loved ones. So here are five enjoyable activities to raise the happiness and the vitality of your senior companionship this fall.

  • How Caregivers Make It Easy for Seniors to Safely and Comfortably Age in Place

    October 1, 2022

    The best jobs are always those that make you feel good about yourself. If you've been looking for personal fulfillment, becoming a caregiver is an excellent choice. Caregivers give aging adults the help and support they need for comfortably and safely aging in place.

  • Fun and Safe Fall Activities for Seniors

    September 23, 2022

    Now that the weather has cooled and the foliage has begun to change into warm shades of oranges and greens, many of us are itching to spend our days outside.

  • How Home Caregivers can Prepare their Seniors for Cold and Flu Season

    September 16, 2022

    We're in the midst of the holiday season and with all the love and laughter this joyous time brings also comes the cold and flu season. If you're a live-in home care attendant and want to keep your senior safe this season, keep reading!

  • How to Protect Seniors Against Fraud

    August 31, 2022

    Aging comes with many challenges, and among the more notable ones, we have a loss of mobility, vigor, and cognitive abilities of one's youth. When this happens, the seniors are left at a disadvantage, increasing the likelihood of fraudsters trying to dupe them.

  • Aging Together: 4 Things That Change as Senior Dog Get Older

    August 29, 2022

    Your dog has been your best buddy for years. From hiking through the spectacular Minto-Brown Island State Park near Salem to enjoying the Peavy Arboretum's off-leash trails in Corvallis, your dog has been your loyal hiking companion. Or maybe you two preferred browsing the Copper Creek Mercantile in Keizer or dining at the Vault 244 Bistro in Albany instead. Whatever your lifestyle preferences, you and your dog have enjoyed them together. But now your dog is slowing down as age catches up to him. He may no longer feel up to going hiking and even getting in the car for a ride. What can you do to help your senior dog enjoy the rest of his life in a safe and comfortable way?

     

  • In-Home Assistance and Hosting Dinner Parties: How to Have Fun

    August 28, 2022

    Socialization is vital for all life's seasons, from infancy to the elderly. Humans are social creatures whose emotional and physical health are impacted by their interactions with others. While this might seem easy for some, socialization can seem more difficult as people age. In particular, loved ones with senior helpers might find it difficult or awkward to interact with their friends. Luckily, inviting friends over or having full-blown dinner parties can be a delightful experience with senior helpers around.

  • 4 Technologies for Fun and Safe Online Interactions for Seniors

    August 27, 2022

    Our social circles tend to shrink as we grow older due to factors such as retirement, bereavement, and health decline. As a result, seniors have higher rates of loneliness and social isolation than their younger counterparts. With the help of the internet, seniors can keep their minds active and engaged. Seniors can use the Internet to meet new people, conduct business, arrange vacations, access information, remain in touch with loved ones, and pursue their interests in hobbies and entertainment. Online interactions and activities can also protect against depression and even improve one's general health. 

     

  • How to Age at Home

    August 26, 2022

  • How Often Should Seniors Get Their Eyes Checked? And 6 Other Tips for Senior Eye Health

    August 19, 2022

    Everyone has some risk of developing eye health problems. That means seniors need regular checks from optometrists. The American Optometric Association recommends that seniors get a review annually or every two years. They also recommend starting early and more frequent visits if you take certain medications, drink alcohol, or smoke. The earlier seniors catch vision issues like cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetes, the less likely they will become serious health concerns.