Conquer Senior Mobility Issues with Pool Exercises
There’s practically nothing greater than a relaxing dip in the pool to beat the July heat, and the buoyancy of the water offers the additional benefit of the perfect low-impact environment to conquer senior mobility issues. Make sure to consult with a senior’s doctor first prior to beginning or adjusting exercise levels, and then invite […]
Your Neighborhood Pharmacy Can Provide Medication Management
They call it “running” errands for a reason – we commonly would like to get through them as quickly as possible! But when it comes to picking medication management, slowing down and spending more time at your neighborhood pharmacy to consult with the pharmacist, instead of buzzing through the drive-through, is important – particularly for […]
What Is Medication Management and How Can It Benefit Older Adults?
“Take 2 hours after eating. Avoid exposure to sunlight while taking this medication.” “Take on an empty stomach. Do not take with aspirin.” “Take twice per day with meals and a full glass of water. May cause excessive drowsiness.” What is medication management? Just think about trying to successfully juggle several prescriptions, from various doctors, […]
The Benefits of Nature: How Seniors Thrive Being Outdoors
Is there anything better following the long, cold winter than finally having the opportunity to open up the windows and allow the fresh, warm, springtime breezes to blow throughout your house? Something about the sights, aromas, and sounds of nature provides us an effective pick-me-up, which is the reason why it is so essential for […]
Stretches Help Increase Flexibility and Improve Mobility in Seniors
It’s a myth that the aging process unequivocally equates to reduced mobility and flexibility. Although it’s correct that health conditions including osteoarthritis impact many older adults, it is equally valid that there are practical strategies that may be taken to establish maximum strength and stamina through your later years. One of the recommended approaches is […]
Exercises For Seniors Help Keep Joints Healthy
Do you know that for each and every pound of weight we lose, we reduce four pounds of force from our knees, and as many as six pounds from our hips? This is certainly great incentive for people to remain active, irrespective of age! Incorporating exercises for older women and men to the day to […]
Caring for Aging Feet
Our feet will transport us approximately 110,000 miles during our lives – that’s 216,262,500 steps! It is truly no wonder that as we get older, our feet can begin to experience a range of problems. A number of the more prevalent foot problems for the elderly include: Arthritis: Osteoarthritis impacts various joints throughout the body, […]
Inspired Home Care Identifies Top Senior Sleep Issues and Shares Tips to Conquer Them
Tossing and turning. Counting sheep. Staring at the clock. If this represents a regular night for your aging loved one, understand that he or she is far from alone. While seniors have the need for at least seven hours of sleep each night, as many as half of all seniors report issues with falling and/or […]
Are Eyeglasses Enough? Watch for These Symptoms of Serious Senior Vision Problems
If it seems to you like newspaper print keeps becoming smaller and smaller as you grow older, you’re in good company! Many of us find ourselves challenged by trying to read the fine print, so to speak – holding printed materials at arm’s length, putting on a pair of reading glasses, or reaching for a […]
Inspired Home Care’s Top Tips to Prevent High Cholesterol
Hypercholesterolemia, hyperlipidemia, LDLs, and HDLs: what exactly do they all mean, and are they contributing to your risk of a heart attack? Although the terms might be confusing, it’s worthwhile to comprehend the basics of cholesterol and its impact on our heart health – and most importantly, what practical measures you can take to assure […]