Senior Care in New York: The Benefits of Senior Networking
For elderly individuals who need some assistance in their homes, it’s important to have regular routines. When you create a regular routine, there are many benefits, for your loved one and their health. As people age, they begin to make choices that may not be all that healthy and justify them by saying that they’ve “earned it.” Some of those choices aren’t so problematic, but some can lead to serious issues. A in home helper can create regular routines that lessen the potential for these dangerous situations. Here are some of the benefits that a regular routine or two can bring.
- Setting a regular schedule of bathing times can ensure that your loved one has proper hygiene habits. It can also help to prevent skin problems and soft tissue infections- two conditions that could spell trouble for seniors.
- Setting a regular meal schedule can ensure they eat enough on a regular basis. Not only that, but eating breakfast regularly can protect your loved one’s heart and lessen heart attack and diabetes risks.
- Make physical activity a part of regular routines. When older individuals stay active, it keeps them healthy and can help them to be happier too. Regular exercise, like eating breakfast regularly, can help to lessen strong health risks.
- Setting a regular cleaning routine ensures that their home is clean. Regular cleaning ensures that your loved one’s home isn’t filthy or dangerous. If a home helper and loved one can keep the home clean, this might prevent injuries and other problems.
When you become an in home helper for a new loved one, it helps to start setting up new routines early; you could also sit down with your loved one and their family members to create routines that everyone can work with, especially for those days when you might not be available. That makes it easier to implement routines and make changes without overwhelming your elderly loved one.
About the author
Dr. Kelly Blundy attended Michigan State University and Logan University, obtaining a BS in Human Biology as well as a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Logan University. Dr. Kelly continues to develop her knowledge of biology, physiology and specific disease management related to senior care. Specifically targeting the areas of senior biomechanics and fall prevention. Dr. Kelly is currently researching the effects of aging on our senior population, their families and the community.
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