It’s summertime! The UV rays are strong and the weather is hot! It is important to take precautionary measures to protect your skin from the sun. Exposure to the sun can lead to sunburn, skin aging, eye damage, and cancer.
Continue ReadingSummer is right around the corner! With temperatures rising, the summer heat can be dangerous for many. Senior Helpers wants to remind everyone to monitor their health this upcoming season.
Continue ReadingFlorence Nightingale, known to have ‘invented’ modern nursing, was born in the month of May, so each year, we honor her and all nurses with National Nurses Week, which runs May 6th through the 12th. Senior Helpers is grateful for all nurses currently working, retired, and those on the path to becoming a nurse!
Continue ReadingSenior Helpers encourages you to get outside and enjoy the spring weather any way you know how. Here are a few spring activities Senior Helpers wants to share with you!
Continue ReadingDid you know that it is normal for aging seniors to feel overwhelmed and stressed? Stress hormones can negatively affect your physical health. Many studies have shown that elevated levels are connected to high blood pressure, weakened immune systems, and heart disease.
Continue ReadingMiddle Eastern dishes are easy to prepare. The recipes include lean proteins, healthy fats, vegetables, and grains which are all beneficial to a healthy diet. Senior Helpers supports including healthier food options in your daily diet.
Continue ReadingIt may at times be hard to lead a heart-healthy lifestyle because many do not know where to begin. Senior Helpers would like to provide you with a few nutritious options that promote heart heath!
Continue ReadingSwitching careers can be intimidating. Careful thought and research should be done before making any decisions. We have compiled a list of factors to consider when switching jobs/careers to make this change smoother for you.
Continue ReadingThe older we get, the more important it is to plan out important events, and other lifestyle changes throughout the year to come. Planning factors such as budgets, home changes, transportation and more can help us not forget anything, but also relieve us of the stress we might otherwise incur.
Continue ReadingHeads up everyone! October 15th is Global Handwashing Day, a day dedicated to increasing awareness about the importance of washing your hands. It is so important that we constantly wash our hands because hand washing saves lives and prevents the spread of disease. Here are some tips from Senior Helpers!
Continue ReadingAs we enter this new and unprecedented phase of the pandemic, we are inundated with guidelines about how to keep ourselves and our families healthy and virus-free. Yet a key item on the list—social distancing—poses unprecedented challenges to our mental and emotional well being, and requires consideration.
Continue ReadingThis season causes the most challenges for seniors. However, with these few tips, it will be easy to stay safe while still enjoying the joyous holidays!
Continue ReadingSenior Helpers offers a wide range of programs designed to help your senior stay fit and motivated long into their golden years. We will work with you to develop a fitness plan for your loved one that will keep them healthy and on their feet.
Continue ReadingWe have always believed that the backbone of every good company is its values. Senior Helpers has a clear values system, which all our caregivers abide by and truly sets us apart from our competition in our industry.
Continue ReadingAlzheimer's is all too common among seniors, and many families aren't sure how to give their loved one the proper Alzheimer's care. If your loved one is demonstrating any of these symptoms, it might be time for Senior Helpers to step in.
Continue ReadingThe only thing more important than enlisting senior care services for your loved one is enlisting them before it's too late. Here's why it's so important to seek help for your senior early on.
Continue ReadingA balanced, healthy diet can help make other aspects of in-home senior health care much easier. While your senior doesn't need the same number of calories they did decades ago, they still need a strong dietary plan. Here are some tips on how to make that happen.
Continue ReadingDementia is all too common among seniors, and many families can be unsure how to give their loved one the proper case. Often, it can prove overwhelming. If your loved one is demonstrating these symptoms they could need dementia care.
Continue ReadingUnfortunately, loneliness is a common problem among seniors. According to a UCSF study, 18% of seniors live by themselves, and 43% claim to feel lonely on a regular basis. While none of us are strangers to occasional feelings of loneliness, isolation isn't a choice for seniors with health concerns or mobility issues. Reluctantly, it can become their lifestyle. It can be difficult to stay active or keep in touch with friends for seniors who are homebound. In addition to health detriments, isolation and loneliness can also lead to severe psychological issues. As much as you'd like to always be there to keep our loved one company 24/7, that's not always possible with a busy schedule and other obligations. With our attentive, experienced, and compassionate caregivers, Senior Helpers' senior care services is the perfect resource for staving off your loved one's loneliness.
Continue ReadingVeterans play an important role in the Senior Helpers family. We're proud to serve many of them in communities throughout the country, and we understand the unique difficulties they often encounter as they age. To be as accessible as possible, we offer premier assistance for senior veterans.
Continue ReadingIf you're passionate about giving back to your community and helping seniors and their families, caregiving might be the perfect job for you. But you're probably wondering what that process involves, and what we look for. Here's how to become a caregiver with Senior Helpers.
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