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What Information Can You Find at a Senior Health Fair?

November 23, 2018Lillian FunkBlog, Home Care Services in Dulles VA, Senior Health Fairs

You’ve seen announcements for senior health fairs in your town or city. If you’re wondering what they offer, the answer is they can do a lot for your mom and dad. From quick health assessments to services designed to help the elderly, a senior health fair is a good way to get caught up on your mom and dad’s health and senior care needs.

Basic Health Assessments Are Commonly Offered

Basic health assessments and screenings are provided during most senior health fairs. Blood pressure checks, glucose tests, and cholesterol tests are usually available. If your mom or dad hasn’t had a flu shot yet, a senior health fair is a good place to get one.

Some senior health fairs provide assessments for common elderly health concerns. You might find experts in conditions like osteoporosis who can offer insight into your mom or dad’s risk and how to help them maintain strong bones. Fall prevention experts are also worth talking to.

Informational Booths Provide Information on Senior Living Matters

Home Care Services in Dulles VA: What Information Can You Find at a Senior Health Fair?

Home Care Services in Dulles VA: What Information Can You Find at a Senior Health Fair?

There are informational booths where families can learn about legal matters like advance directives. Health insurance providers are usually on hand to answer questions. You can usually find companies available to discuss home care options versus assisted living.

Local businesses are usually in the vendors’ area. You might find booths that are set up to talk to you about recognizing hearing loss, Alzheimer’s prevention, and long-term care insurance. They can all help you and your parents become informed about things to consider now and in the future.

Why Attend a Senior Health Fair?

The health assessments are handy if your parent is reluctant to see a doctor regularly. You can get an idea if risk factors for heart disease and stroke are present.

It’s a good idea to attend a health fair so that you can get answer to any questions you have. If something happens to your mom or dad? Are you prepared to step in as a family caregiver? You can talk to experts about the senior care options in your parent’s town or city. You’ll get answers to your questions about support groups. Area banks often participate to talk about retirement savings plans and investments.

Make sure your parent focuses on healthy living throughout the year. If your mom or dad struggles to care for the home or keep up with personal care, look into home care. Home care agencies send a caregiver as often as your parents need. Caregivers can cook meals, keep the house clean, and take care of washing and drying clothes, sheets, and towels. Call a home care agency to get started.

If you or an aging loved one are considering home care services in Dulles, VA, please contact the caring staff at Assisting Hands today. (703) 982-0050.

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