Preventing social isolation in the elderly is an ever-increasing and extremely important endeavor. Up to 33% of all the elderly live alone, and for many different reasons (limited mobility, chronic…
Six Ways In-Home Care Services Reduce Isolation and Loneliness in the Elderly
Loneliness. Fear. Isolation. The pandemic has wreaked havoc on us all in one way or another, but for the elderly especially, the seclusion required to ensure safety from COVID-19 has…
Best Ways to Maintain Mental and Physical Wellness for Seniors and Family Caregivers During the Pandemic
…isolation and physical separation from family and friends has taken a toll on many older adults and the ones they love. Now is the perfect time to focus on rebuilding…
Exploring Nature: How Seniors Benefit from Being Outdoors
…seniors to simply get out the door. This in turn motivates them to be active physically, spiritually, and socially, which can offset illness, disability, and isolation.” To take full advantage…
Senior Abuse Can Happen to Anyone. Take These Steps to Keep Your Loved Ones Safe
…hydration needs Untreated health conditions Dangerous or unhealthy living conditions Unexplained changes in behavior Isolation and/or lack of supervision by primary caregiver Bruises, fractures, cuts, burns, etc. without a sufficient…
Increase Cognition with These Tips for Seniors
…Connect with others. A number of research studies document the damaging impact of social isolation on both physical and emotional health. Staying socially connected with friends, family, and the community…
Top Healthy Living Tips for Seniors for the New Year
…for many people. Help those you love to ease isolation, sadness, and loneliness by encouraging them to: Get sufficient sleep: seven to eight hours per night is most beneficial. Seek…
Professional Lutherville Home Care
…many ways we can help: Companionship for socialization and to decrease loneliness and isolation Help with housekeeping and laundry Personal care assistance, such as with personal hygiene and dressing Incontinence…
How to Live With Congestive Heart Failure in the Comfort of Home
…medications are taken exactly how and when they are prescribed Offering friendly companionship to alleviate loneliness and isolation Plus much more Call Home With You Senior Care’s experts in elder…
The Positive Impact of Lifelong Learning for Older Adults
…Of specific concern in older adults is the propensity for isolation. Taking classes allows for the experience of community and camaraderie that is so critical to our general feeling of…