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Caregiver Tips: Seniors Need Exercise, Too

May222015msoltissenior health

Jumping jacks may not be part of your routine, nor may running the 50-yard dash. But, as seniors mature, exercise is still a vital part of everyday life. However, exercise takes on a new flavor. Summer time is typically the best time to get outside and begin an exercise routine unless you live in a very hot and humid climate…

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Maintaining Food Safety for Good Elderly Home Care

May082015msoltissenior care, senior health, senior safety

Foodborne sickness can affect anyone, but the elderly are at an increased risk for being inflicted by food poisoning because as we age our bodies naturally produce less stomach acid, making it difficult to get rid of harmful bacteria that enters our digestive system. Aging may also slow the digestive system, allowing the dangerous bacteria to remain in our bodies…

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Home Care Assistance for Avoiding Loneliness

Apr242015msoltisloneliness, senior care, senior health

It is not unusual for the aging process to include restrictions on social life. As it becomes more difficult to drive, walk or move around without fear of falling, your senior parent may find it very difficult to keep up with any social circle and may be overcome with feelings of loneliness.   The bigger danger with loneliness is that…

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At Home Senior Care: Maintaining Heart Health

Apr172015msoltisheart health, senior care, senior health

Taking care of your heart is an important part of growing older. Since the heart is the central organ of your body and maintains proper function of all other organs, at home senior care providers offer information to inform you of the best ways to keep your heart healthy and strong to fight against heart and cardiovascular diseases.   Heart disease…

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Quality Home Care Services Provide Healthy Nutritional Options

Apr102015msoltishome care, hunger, nutrition, senior care, senior health

Nutrition is essential for wellness in all stages of life. The elderly, however may experience special dietary restrictions or a need for a more carefully planned diet for overall wellness or to combat disease or illness.   Meal preparation and planning according to the needs of each individual is one of the many benefits provided by quality home care services….

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Florida Home Health Care: Helping Seniors Enjoy the Sunshine

Apr032015msoltissenior care, senior health

Many seniors move to Florida to enjoy their retirement in the Sunshine State. They plan to spend their golden years doing the things they love in warm weather and avoiding snow and frigid temperatures. While the sunshine is enjoyable for people of all ages and beneficial in moderation, it can be especially dangerous on aging skin and, in Florida especially,…

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Senior Care At Home: Controlling Blood Pressure

Feb262015msoltissenior care, senior health

Seniors who have been diagnosed with high blood pressure may be tempted to think that all they can do is take medication and hope for the best. Yet, there are many options for senior care at home that can help control blood pressure and, if medication is necessary, even enhance the effect of the medications. Eat a heart healthy diet…

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Senior Care: Walk Into Wellness

Feb192015msoltisexercise and fitness, senior care, senior health

Anyone who can walk can incorporate exercise into their life, no matter how old they are. Senior care studies have shown that health and strength can be improved by regular physical activity for seniors even into their 90s, so no one is never too old to start exercising. Seniors who can get in a 30 minute walk each day are…

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Senior Care Agencies Offer Tips for Cataract Prevention

Feb132015msoltiseye health, senior care, senior health

When a cataract forms, the clear lens of one’s eye becomes clouded over. People with cataracts see as though they are looking through a cloudy lens or a window covered in frost or fog. This can make it much more difficult to drive at night, to read or even to see someone’s facial expression. Senior care agencies note that seniors…

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Home Care Providers Say Houseplants Can Improve Quality of Life

Jan222015msoltissenior care, senior health

Taking care of a houseplant can help seniors have a more positive outlook and improve their quality of life according to home care providers. Senior care studies have shown that having and maintaining a houseplant can give seniors a boost in their happiness and overall health. Researchers found that, if given proper instructions – for example through an indoor gardening…

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