If family lives a distance away, it can be comforting to know that Senior Helpers of Lansdale provides companionship as well as long- and short-term care for elderly loved ones. 

We are all aware of the long-term commitments we can make to reduce stress such as eating right, exercise, organization, and attitude changes.  These efforts are helpful in the long run but require a dedicated effort

Learn how sleep routines help to deter sundowning in Senior Helpers's practical guide. Plans for calming nights and more restful sleep for seniors.

Books have always provided a tremendous amount of information and are often overlooked as great resource for healthier eating. A quick visit the library or bookstore will provide many options for guides and manuals for healthy foods. There are books dedicated to eating mindfully and treating food as fuel. Cookbooks geared toward healthier eating are also great for preparing food at home. Professional caregivers from Senior Helpers of Lansdale are available to create healthier meals for elderly loved ones.

Comfort foods are comforting; no doubt about that. Hearty and satisfying dishes like casseroles, meatloaf, and food that are beer-battered, smothered in cheese and gravy, will make you feel cozy and happy. These foods are typically calorie-dense, buttery and breaded. Why not instead of completely removing these comfort foods from our diet, trying adding a healthy twist to make them better?

Stay hydrated with ease during Hydration Week! Explore Senior Helpers' essential water tips tailored for senior health and wellness.

Navigate nutrition labels with ease! Our Senior Helpers' blog provides key tips for seniors to make informed, healthy food choices.

Eating more whole foods, and cleaner, less processed foods are crucial to benefiting health and helps us to also feel a lot better. Whatever your age, cleaner eating that includes lots of colorful vegetables, lean meats and whole grains will not only help you feel vibrant but will also help ward off chronic illness and will increase energy.

With the month of February commonly associated with love and heart-shapes; why not make this the month we focus on our body’s heart health?  It is the perfect time to learn valuable tips for a healthier heart. 

Learn low-impact indoor exercises for seniors this winter in Senior Helpers Lansdale's blog. Enjoy safe workouts to stay healthy and fit.

Discover senior healthcare budgeting strategies with Senior Helpers Lansdale's blog. Embrace financial wellness and afford the care you need.

Chances are you received some sweets from a sweetheart or another loved one this past Valentine’s Day.  While savoring a sugary treat from time to time isn’t terrible, it’s important to keep your heart’s health in mind while snacking. 

A healthy meal is a great way to jump start or round off the day.  Fueling our bodies with nutrients and hydrating often is the key to healthy living.  Add a delicious meal to a table surrounded by friends and family and it’s a social event.  If we make time to spend with those that we love the most, we are bound to feel it in our hearts and the mood-boost will last throughout the week.

The beginning of the New Year seems to be the best time to arrange for a regular checkup.  Schedule the dentist appointment, physical, and eye exam.  Having the right vision prescription is especially important for seniors to prevent falls and other sight-related accidents.  Regular dental checks are key to mouth health and will prevent any other health complications. 

There are many memory exercises that are helpful for delaying the progression of memory loss, Alzheimer’s, and other memory related diseases. 

A year’s end has always been the perfect opportunity to create a fresh step forward into the New Year.  Many take this time to create achievable goals and work to reach full potential.  Our goals don’t have to be physical to be important.  Take this New Year and fresh start to create more memories with those we love most and make that time together the most important part of each week.

December can be a lonely time for seniors. Learn ways to ease senior loneliness during this holiday season and ensure they feel connected.

Staying physically active is important for seniors, even when it's cold outside. Discover tips to stay active and maintain good health during the colder months.

The holiday most widely known for sugary treats and candy will be here in just a few short days. Halloween is a fun day to dress up and indulge in candy and sweets. While these delectable treats are tasty, they aren’t always the healthiest choice for a snack; especially for an elderly person who may be coping with health issues such as diabetes.   

Caring for our loved ones involves understanding their health concerns. One potential concern is CTE, and this article can help you learn more about it.

Being a non-medical caregiver can be challenging, but it can be a worthwhile role. Learn how to empower yourself in your journey with the help of this guide.

It can be very easy to feel a bit sleepy in the middle of the afternoon.  After the caffeine from coffee and tea has worn off, it can leave us to feel sluggish and searching for an energy boost.  While it may seem effective to reach for a can of caffeinated soda, there are other healthier options for increasing energy to get through the afternoon slump.

This Healthy Aging Month, let's focus on our senior loved ones' health. Learn how to help seniors stay active as temperatures cool down in this article.

As a society, we all need to learn to maintain a healthy mind just as we do the body with diet and exercise.  Learning new skills such for a challenging hobby such photography, learning to play a card game like bridge, or quilting are great for encouraging active engagement and working memory and other high cognitive processes.  The hope is that by maintaining an active brain, it is possible to defer the early onset cognitive aging. 

When the summer months get cooking, it’s very easy to fall behind in water consumption and staying hydrated while performing the most basic activities.  Beyond the normal needs for in home senior care such as assistance with personal care and companionship, prevention of dehydration is very important.  Dehydration is often due partly to inadequate water intake, but can happen for a variety of other reasons such as a side effect of prescribed medications like diuretics that combat high blood pressure or depression.  It is important to have a watchful eye on an elderly loved one if they are experiencing diarrhea, excessive sweating, loss of blood and diseases such as diabetes.  When family members and friends are unable to make frequent visits to an elderly loved one, it is beneficial to have a dependable caregiver from Senior Helpers of Lansdale stop by daily to make sure they are doing okay, especially in the sweltering hot summer months.  If dehydration is not identified and treated, the consequences to your loved one’s health can be significant, including reduced or even loss of consciousness, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, rapid but weak pulse, lowered blood pressure, and possibly even death.  If rehydration is not started, the situation can become life threatening.  Having an extra set of eyes to look after your loved one when family and friends are unable can be the key to successfully living independently.