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Gardening has many health benefits for the elderly. Besides being therapeutic, it provides exercise and stimulation while encouraging mobility and flexibility. It is also a rewarding activity, especially when you plant edible plants.
5 Ways to Renovate a Garden for Aging in Place and Senior CareWe explain what delirium is, what dementia is, and how to tell the difference between delirium and dementia.
Learn How to Tell the Difference Between Delirium & DementiaLearn more about the warning signs of early-onset dementia, the causes, and how to prevent and treat early-onset dementia
Know the Warning Signs of Early-Onset Dementia | Senior HelpersRead our 9 essential tips on how to talk to a parent with dementia.
9 Tips for Talking to a Parent With DementiaSix in ten people living with dementia will wander according to the Alzheimer’s Association®. Worrying over loved ones who have wandered away from home and ended up missing can be scary and nerve-racking for families, care partners, and close friends. Searching for a loved one with dementia who has gone missing can be agonizing.
Dementia and Wandering: How to Help Prevent and Reduce the RisksStaying physically active and participating in daily exercise routines can contribute to older adults' emotional and physical well-being. Taking part in physical activities, such as going on daily walks to a favorite park, planting a small garden, dancing to a favorite tune, or joining a Zoom yoga class, are beneficial to physical and emotional health.
The Benefits of Exercise for Older AdultsDue to the ever-changing pandemic scene in 2020, Florida seniors and family caregivers have often been left with broken schedules and limited outdoor recreation. Moreover, the lack of outdoor activities and increased senior isolation have weighed heavily on older adults, especially those who live alone.
Healthy Outdoor Activities in Central FloridaMany seniors love to continue to be independent as they age, and that includes preparing themselves for the meals that they have always loved. However, sometimes the kitchen can come with additional risks like falling or burning one's self on a hot stove or oven. As we get older, these accidents can become more severe and the recovery can take longer.
How to Make Sure Your Kitchen Is SafeThe older we get, the more people we have in our lives. We have our families, friends, colleagues, and if we’re lucky, our caregivers and companions. Professional caregivers and companions are in high demand in the Orlando, Winter Park, and Saint Cloud areas because more people are choosing to age in place at home. However, many wonder if a senior companion and a caregiver are the same?
Caregiver vs. Companion: What's The Difference?When a caregiver is not available, seniors sometimes have to prepare breakfast themselves. Here are three breakfasts for seniors that are easy and nutritious.
Easy Breakfasts for Seniors to Prepare ThemselvesEating healthy does not have to break the bank. These nutritious foods are perfect for seniors on a budget.
Try These Affordable and Nutritious Foods for SeniorsFalling is one of the top safety concerns of seniors and their caregivers. With these simple fall-proofing tips, you can help prevent falls at home and ensure that your home is safe for seniors.
How to Prevent Falls at Home | Senior Helpers of Orlando