Getting outdoors is an important daily activity for many seniors. Whether you love to garden, take daily walks, or simply bask in the sun in the warm afternoons, seniors can gain a lot of benefit from breathing fresh air and generating Vitamin D. However, sunshine is not safe in large doses as you get older, and certain medications can increase your UV sensitivity. Seniors who love the outdoors should stay aware of the UV index, in every weather report, to keep themselves safe from heat emergencies, sunburn, and skin cancer risk. Here's a quick guide to the UV Index for outdoor seniors.
If you are searching for something meaningful to do this summer, volunteering in your community may be the perfect solution. Certain mobility or hand function limitations may mean that some projects you may have enjoyed as a younger adult may no longer seem a good fit. However, there are dozens of options that give seniors ways to give back to their communities. In fact, they are more likely to fit your current physical needs. Here are four volunteering opportunities that tend to work well for many seniors:
Social isolation in seniors has been linked to early mortality. To help combat the negative effects of loneliness and isolation, here are the ways having companionship can help.
The basic steps to making a home wheelchair-friendly are well-known—adding a ramp to the entrance, installing grab bars in the bathrooms, and removing obstacles in hallways. These basic rehabs are a good start, but to really make your loved one comfortable and independent at home, you need to consider all the aspects of moving about in a wheelchair.
Seniors may find it difficult to move around their homes. Learn how you can manage floorspace and create an accessible environment to keep them safe and comfortable.
Mobility is important in maintaining independence and improving the quality of life of seniors. Read on to learn whether buying medical equipment would help make mobility easier for seniors.
Senior Helpers owner, Laurie Griggs, is asking community members to craft and donate V-Day cards for seniors in the Bryan/College Station community. “1 in 3 seniors can be categorized as being alone or isolated,” Griggs explained. “We’re going to take these cards to them, where they live in different facilities or at their home.” Griggs says her goal is to collect and distribute 200 cards, but she’s hopeful that number will be so much more.
Senior Helpers of Reno was featured on 2 News Nevada to talk about their "Valentine's Day Card Drive".
