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Looking after loved ones as they age is very important, though oftentimes, can be difficult for families. To help you navigate through these challenges, here are some articles about aging and health. Cont.
Visiting Angels Barrington, Illinois, can help provide routine care and ease the worry that comes with an intergenerational long-distance arrangement. Let us manage the logistics. That way, you can focus on providing emotional care and support to your parents. Here’s how our caregivers can help.
"Colorectal cancer is a term used to describe any type of cancer that starts in the colon or rectum. Colon cancer and rectum cancer are often grouped and called colorectal cancer because they have a lot in common."
https://www.visitingangels.com/gadsden/articles/understanding-colorectal-cancer/18845
Gardening makes a beautiful hobby, but seniors have safety concerns, such as falling or physical strain. However, knowing the best practices for safe gardening and accessible tools can make gardening easier...
"After a year of being told to remain six feet apart and stay at home as much as possible, some seniors are confused about what’s safe now that they’ve received their COVID vaccine. Here’s what older adults should know about life after their COVID vaccine, according to new guidelines released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention."
We need to refine the space and see where we can make it safer, more accessible, and free of obstacles and hazards. Visiting Angels of Knoxville, Tennessee can help make a home and the seniors who live there safer and healthier. Here’s how.
A home care provider can offer considerable relief for seniors who wish to live at home for as long as possible — and for their families. At the top of the priority list during your search for in-home care is finding a provider you can trust.
https://www.visitingangels.com/lewisburg/articles/selecting-a-home-care-provider/25
"Driving while attempting to multitask puts you, your passengers, and other drivers on the road at risk for injury and death. Although distracted driving isn’t a new phenomenon, the ubiquity of mobile devices has escalated the prevalence of distracted drivers. April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. If you’ve been guilty of taking your mind, eyes, or hands off the task of driving, here are a few ways that older adults can minimize distracted driving."
If you are a family caregiver, know that you are highly at risk for experiencing caregiver stress. Reduce your risk for caregiver stress by taking time for yourself. Here are five ways caregivers can destress.
If you are caring for an aging loved one with PD, or have been recently diagnosed with PD, here are a few ways to create a safe place at home.
Here are some simple exercises seniors can do in the comforts of home.
"Gardening is a beautiful hobby that not only gets you enjoying time outdoors; it’s also satisfying watching plants blossom into beautiful flowers and edible foods. If you’re interested in starting your garden this spring, but you’re not quite sure where to start, here are some garden types for you to try out."
"Proper nutrition in older adults can be important for their overall health and wellness. Many seniors are instructed by their physicians to follow specialized diets to meet changing nutritional needs or treat certain medical conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, congestive heart failure, and coronary artery disease. With your help, your senior loved one can succeed on a diet focused on good nutrition."
Even though strokes are common, they're not inevitable. May is American Stroke Awareness, a time for our nation to educate ourselves about strokes and identify the signs and symptoms of a stroke. It's also a great time to start a conversation with your doctor about ways to improve your lifestyle to not only reduce your risk of a stroke but improve your overall well-being.
https://www.visitingangels.com/powdersprings/articles/signs-and-symptoms-of-a-stroke/19115
"Here are a few tips to help you manage your outdoor space to enjoy gardening without all of the hassles."
"When it comes to providing safe and comprehensive client care, Visiting Angels South Central Michigan has you and your loved ones’ best interest at heart."
"There's a reason our clients rave about their experiences, and it's because we take the time to find, hire and train quality caregivers. But it's not just our clients who rave about Visiting Angels Northeast Ohio. Our employees love their experiences, too. Jane Bouman has been working as a caregiver with Visiting Angels for seven years and shares why she loves being a Visiting Angels Northeast Ohio caregiver."
https://www.visitingangels.com/neohio/articles/what-its-like-to-be-a-visiting-angels-caregiver/19082
It is important to push past our hang-ups around asking for help to get the assistance we genuinely need. Visiting Angels of Crystal Lake, IL, provides customized care that offers just the right amount of support.
Our skin is our body’s largest organ and it serves to protect us from bacteria while also providing information on heat, cold, pain, and regulates our body temperature – it is often the first indicator of something wrong on the inside of our body.
https://www.visitingangels.com/portage/articles/what-your-skin-is-telling-you/142
It's important that seniors make a plan to combat social isolation. Here are four ways to promote social health and connectedness among the older adult population.
"May is National High Blood Pressure Education Month. It’s important that older adults schedule an appointment with their primary care physician to be evaluated for hypertension. If diagnosed with the condition, it’s critical that they take measures towards lowering their blood pressure to improve their health. Here are five tips for older adults that can help their blood pressure."
"Regular physical activity is linked to several health benefits. Being physically active helps keep muscles strong and can help maintain mobility as you age."
https://www.visitingangels.com/stlouispark/articles/physical-activities-for-seniors-to-try/19131
"May is Arthritis Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to learn about the types of arthritis and how some conditions, such as osteoarthritis, are caused and slow the progression."
As you plan your summer activities, be sure to learn the signs of heat dangers and ways to keep yourself safe in the heat.
https://www.visitingangels.com/aiken/articles/staying-safe-in-the-heat/19095
Our mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. May is Mental Health Month, making it the perfect time to learn about common mental health conditions and ways to improve your mental health.
