When it comes to getting older our loved ones tend to feel more lonely, high risk of stress, higher risk of anxiety, and even risk of higher blood pressure. However, there is a solution to this. No one can deny that Man’s best friend is a dog. They are full of unconditional love. Pets are known to help reduce all of these issues and help seniors with their day to day life. There are plenty of studies showing that pets lower stress, boost moods, and even ease pain. Our staff at Caring Hearts understands the need of pets when it comes to some of our clients. The furry friends become family and that is what everyone needs as we tend to grow older.
No one likes to feel as though they are helpless. This is especially true when it comes to someone who has been independent for years. However, there comes a time when a little more assistance is needed. With Caring Hearts, we make sure to be the help that your loved one is looking for. Here are some indicators that may lead to some outside assistance.
When your loved one is unable to maintain a routine and do certain things for themselves. This can be driving to a doctor’s appointment, buying groceries and preparing meals, taking care of personal needs, bathing, dressing, and using the toilet, doing housework.
If there is a need with mobility issues that make it dangerous for a loved one to be alone. If they can’t remember to turn off the burners on the stove, experiencing frequent falls. It is important to have a companion who can provide a watchful eye.
Long stretches of time without social interaction that can lead to depression. Bringing a nonmedical home care companion to the home can feel like switching on a light in a dark room.
If these are a few indicators that you are noticing within your loved one give us a call today. We can tell you all about our services and what we can offer to make your loved one’s golden age the best.
Seasonal allergies tend to strain the body. They cause runny nose, sore throat, itchy eyes, and fatigue are some of the resulting symptoms. In order to help seniors, deal with their allergies there are a few that can help lessen pollen exposure.
Avoid outdoor areas with lots of grass, trees, and foliage.
Shower or bathe after coming in from outside, and wash hands and change clothes after handling animals.
Keep windows closed at night to prevent pollens and molds from drifting inside.
When riding in cars, keep windows closed.
To keep indoor air clean, use an air conditioner and dehumidifier.
Use a clothes dryer instead of an outdoor clothesline where pollens can collect in damp clothes.
These are just some of the few things that can help seniors deal with their allergies and make them more bearable.
There comes a time when elderly loved ones have to hand over the car keys. However, a common worry at this point is “how will they get to where they need to be now?” Well good thing that Caring Hearts in home care has a service just for that.
At Caring Hearts, we can take your loved ones to their doctors’ appointments, or wherever they might need to be throughout the day. This helps your loved ones adapt from being independent to being dependent on someone. This can be frustrating at the beginning but our staff at Caring Hearts know how to take care of the tension. Our trained professional staff will make sure that your loved one makes it to their appointments on time and help them take care of any errands they may need to run.
If you think your loved one might need some in home care assistance, don’t hesitate. At Caring Hearts, we will make sure your loved one gets the right services they need and desire.
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