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Choosing between care at home and a senior living facility depends on a loved one’s need for independence, support, and social connection. Senior Helpers of Chattanooga can help families find the right balance with personalized in-home care that supports comfort, safety, and quality of life.
Cold weather doesn’t have to stop seniors from staying active. Explore ways caregivers can encourage safe movement and maintain fitness all season.
Continue ReadingMake fall farmers market visits fun and safe for seniors. Learn tips for planning outings that encourage socialization, activity, and healthy eating.
Continue ReadingKeep seniors safe and confident with smart fall prevention strategies. Learn how to create safer homes and reduce the risk of injury for elderly loved ones.
Continue ReadingEnsure senior safety in hot weather. Learn essential caretaker tips for managing heat risks and keeping seniors safe and comfortable this summer.
Continue ReadingAutumn's arrival brings its own set of health considerations for seniors. Explore how fall affects senior health and take proactive steps to ensure your loved one's well-being and safety as the season shifts.
Continue ReadingIf your senior loved one is still very active in their community, they will appreciate any ability to continue living at home. In home senior care is an option to help them maintain this lifestyle. Some simple changes around the house can make daily activities simpler such as storing items on lower shelves for easy reach; leave a step stool at ready access, and tacking or taping down fraying carpets. Rearranging furniture to allow for easy moving throughout the house is also helpful. In home help from a family member is very beneficial and professional care also includes light housekeeping, meal preparation, medication reminders, as well as companionship.
Continue ReadingFor most of us, summer conjures up images of swimming pools, beaches, barbecues and camping. The air conditioner is running daily, but it’s worth it! Soaring temperatures may make most hearts sing, but it can be dangerous for aging seniors to spend extended periods of time in the summer heat. It is vitally important that an elderly loved one stay cool and hydrated in the hot summer sun.
Continue ReadingWith the warm days of the season upon us, it is much easier to overextend ourselves, especially our elderly loved ones. No matter how much you prepare for the heat, there is always the possibility that your aging loved one could be negatively affected but the blistering summer sun. This is why it is so important to understand and be able to recognize the signs and symptoms of heat stroke to better prepare for immediate care when needed. Each person who suffers from heat stroke will experience it differently depending in a myriad of factors specific to their circumstances. Remember that the sooner you recognize the issue in your elderly loved one, the sooner you will be able to get the help your senior needs.
Continue ReadingKeeping an elderly oved one safe so they are able to live successfully in their beloved home is very important. It’s key to have them feel secure and live happily through their golden years when they are most comfortable and at home. One way to keep your senior’s home safe it to create an organized system. Have a spot where keys always go when returning home. Have a bin near the door for shoes, perhaps under a bench to sit on when putting on and removing shoes. Hooks near the entrance are also great for easy cleanup of quickly removed jackets. Making a place for everything makes it easier to avoid piles of clothing on floors and shoes in the way for walking. It also makes finding everything possible because items are in their designated spots.
Continue ReadingThere’s no need to sweat or risk a heat related illness to enjoy the summer. The elderly should be especially careful about spending too much time outdoors without sunscreen and wear other forms of sun protection such as a hat, long sleeves and an umbrella. The summer sun is hot and it’s good to remind your senior loved one to dress in light-colored, loose, cotton clothing. There are many medications such as anti-inflammatory, cardiovascular and acne medications that can make the skin extra susceptible to the sun’s strong rays. Avoid the peak hours of sunshine and enjoy the weather first thing in the morning or early dusk. There are usually outdoor movies playing in nearby communities or local concerts in the park.
Continue ReadingThe month of January is usually recognized as the not only the beginning of a fresh New Year, but also the start of healthier lifestyle goals. These new goals typically include adding more exercise to the daily routine. It never has to be strenuous activity to be effective; even a simple walk around the neighborhood or shopping mall, gardening in the backyard, low-key bicycling, is all that is needed to get the blood flowing. All activities for an elderly adult should be cleared by a physician for added safety.
Continue ReadingWhen families live a long distance from their elderly loved one, they may worry about their safety when they are unable to give them the assistance they need. Professional in-home help for seniors and elderly provides your elderly loved one with companionship and help tackling the daily chores of their household. When light housekeeping, vacuuming, laundry, grocery shopping and other daily tasks are handled, your loved one can spend their time visiting friends and family.
Continue ReadingThere are so many ways to celebrate the autumn season arriving. Fall fun for seniors includes visiting local orchards and pumpkin patches. The apple picking season is here; so fresh apples are a must in every household. If your senior loved one is an avid baker, fresh apples lead to delicious pies!
Continue ReadingNow 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. If you find that you worry most about your loved one during the sweltering dog days of summer, in home senior care services is a great option and hours are flexible to meet your loved one’s unique set of needs. You can rest assured that your loved one’s caregiver will treat them like a member of their own family. When venturing outside of the home, you can count on dependable transportation to and from local events, social functions, and appointments. When planning to be in the sun for any length of time, your loved one’s caregiver will be sure your loved one is wearing a sunscreen with at least an SPF 30 to prevent any serious burns. Your loved one’s safety is the top priority of all caregivers from Senior Helpers of Chattanooga.
Continue ReadingThe winter can bring treacherous conditions to our roads and sidewalks. Be sure to keep an elderly loved one’s doorsteps and sidewalks clear of all ice and snow to prevent slips and falls. Studies have concluded that falls are one of the leading causes of injuries in the United States. Fall prevention is the best way to protect your elderly loved one from injuring themselves in and around their home.
Continue ReadingSome elderly may express some unease about allowing a stranger into their home. You can assure them that with this gift of care from Senior Helpers of Chattanooga, that they are receiving assistance from a caring individual who has been thoroughly background screened, interviewed and is insured and bonded through the company. Your loved one’ safety is always a top priority. When you give your elderly loved one the gift of senior care, you also give your family the gift of peace of mind.
Continue ReadingSince it is the middle of the summer, it is important to find safe summertime activities for your senior loved one to enjoy. When the sun is shining high and bright in the sky, and the heat feels oppressive, make it a day to organize some scrapbooks and share some family memories indoors with the air conditioning on to keep cool.
Continue ReadingWith warmer weather, we are sure to be more on the go than during the cooler months of the year. Daily activities with friends and neighbors become more of a regular occurrence outside the home. As we leave and rejoin new activities, items can end up left haphazardly on tables and floors. It is especially important that we keep our senior’s home safe by keeping trip hazards out of harm’s way.
Continue ReadingWhen it comes to living independently at home for a senior loved one, it’s important to always keep their safety in mind. One key step for living safely at home is to keep a list of important doctor names and numbers near the home phone.
Continue ReadingEarth day falls on April 22nd each year to remind us to treat our planet with love and care. We want to treat our Earth with kindness and this day is a yearly reminder for environmental protection. There are many ways we can show our support for this movement to care for the land we live on.
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