Being a caregiver is complicated because you have to find a balance for your aging adult. Breaking that search for balance down into some other categories can help you to make sure that you are addressing everything that you can for your elder.
She’s Staying Active
Staying even a little physically active can help your elderly family member to live a fuller life. You always want to ensure that you’re communicating with her doctor to be certain that the exercise she wants to do is exercise she’s able to do. Learn your elder’s limits with physical activity so that you can help her to get just enough exercise as often as she should.
You’re Focusing on Heart Health
Keeping your senior’s heart healthy can also help to keep her brain healthy. Exercise is a big part of this because it helps to keep her blood flowing, but diet is also important. Some of the same nutrients that are great for your aging family member’s heart are also good for her brain, such as omega-3 fatty acids. Work with your senior’s doctor to determine what will best help to keep her heart and circulatory system healthy.
Her Brain Is Engaged
Having something that keeps your elder’s brain going directly contributes to quality of life. If she doesn’t use her brain, she’ll lose it, just like any other muscle. Find activities and hobbies that your senior enjoys and that she’ll find challenging enough to keep her brain humming. Some to consider could include taking classes, learning about a new hobby, or even working out a new garden plan.
She’s Still Socializing
Socializing and remaining active in her own community keeps your elderly family member engaged in the world around her. If your aging adult doesn’t drive any longer, her social life may have suffered. One way around this is to find other transportation for her, either by driving her yourself or hiring elder care providers who can drive for her.
Work with your elder’s doctor to ensure that you’re not overlooking any important issues and concerns for her individual situation.
If you or an aging loved one are considering Elder Care Services in Norwood MA, or anywhere in Eastern Massachusetts, please call the caring staff at CARE Resolutions – (508) 906-5572.
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