Spring is right around the corner and that can only mean one thing: it's time to spring clean! Cleaning your parent's home isn't always easy. However, with a little planning and the right mindset, it doesn't have to be dreaded. Follow these steps from Senior Helpers Corpus Christi for preparing seniors' homes for spring cleaning and tips to make it fun.
The Physical and Mental Benefits of Spring Cleaning
Spring cleaning isn't just about having a home that looks nice. It can also be beneficial for seniors' physical and mental health as well. The act of deep-cleaning and tidying up can help reduce stress, increase activity, and make it easier to keep the house clean in between seasonal cleans. Plus, cleaning the home can help to burn calories and enhance the effects of a healthy lifestyle. All in all, there are many reasons to tackle spring cleaning, besides the obvious benefit of having a beautiful, well-maintained home.
Work With Your Senior Parents to Create a Spring Cleaning Plan
When planning an annual spring clean, make sure to involve seniors as much as possible. Brainstorm ideas together on what areas of the home they would like to go through and when is the best time to do it that works with their schedule. Having ownership in the process can provide a sense of accomplishment afterward, which can be beneficial for their mental well-being.
Consider going room by room, and allow seniors to decide what rooms they would like to prioritize. It might make sense for the rooms that they use the most often to get cleaned first. This can include the kitchen, their bedrooms, or the living room.
Make it Fun
The more enjoyable the process is, the better results you'll have in the end. Put on some upbeat music, lay out a delicious but healthy snack platter to keep energy levels up, and work together as a team. Consider going room by room and start with an easier one if it helps them get into the groove of cleaning.
Divide and Conquer
If a senior is physically able, try delegating tasks to make sure that the cleaning goes as smoothly as possible. For instance, assign each person a certain section of the house and meet back in an hour or two to see how far along progress has gone. The act of dividing and conquering can be therapeutic for the mind and body alike. It could also work as a great bonding exercise.
Senior Helpers Offers In-Home Senior Care Services
Spring cleaning can be fun and beneficial for seniors' health. With a little planning and the right attitude, you can make the process much easier — and even more enjoyable! Senior Helpers Corpus Christi is here to help with any tasks that may require extra assistance this season of renewal.
Contact us today to learn more about how we can help make spring cleaning at your loved one's home an easy and stress-free experience. We serve seniors in the Corpus Christi, Rockport, Port Aransas, Portland, Refugio, Kingsville, Alice, Beeville, Robstown, and Mathis areas.