Social interaction among people of all ages is important for emotional, physical and cognitive health. As we get older, the likelihood of living alone increases. Children are grown and out of the house, and a spouse may no longer be around. What steps are you taking to help the seniors in your life avoid social…
Social interaction helps elderly loved ones to live a healthier life
We are communal beings by nature, designed to connect with people we care about and those who care about us. With more older adults living alone, social isolation is becoming very common. This feeling may be more detrimental to health and overall well being than you realize. A study published in The Journal of Primary…
Live life to the fullest: Why physical fitness is important at every age
We hear “take it easy” often, especially directed toward older adults. But that may not be the best advice. Many health concerns are linked to a sedentary lifestyle. Movement can improve overall health and enjoyment of life. The body reacts positively to exercise. In addition to the endorphin boost, exercise helps loosen and strengthen muscles,…
Four steps to stay safe in hot weather
As the warmest days of summer are upon us, it is important to be aware of hot weather safety for seniors. In Minnesota, we tend to put more focus toward keeping the elderly safe in the bitter cold winter months than ensuring their safety on the hottest summer days. A recent article on FoxDetroit.com discusses…
Practical Advice for Increasing Home Safety
Home Safety Tips III: Making your Home More Secure: Our homes should be the place where we feel the safest and most secure. As you age, or if you are facing knee or hip surgery, it may be a good time to assess your home to help avoid unnecessary accidents. Perhaps you will be sent home…
Home Safety: Just One Way to Make People’s Lives Better
Home Safety Tips II: Main Living Areas Baywood Home Care Registered Nurses and Care Managers Judy Ophus and Karen Freer say that many of these home safety tips come from combined decades of experience, as well as from the clients themselves. Doors and doorways Doors that swing outward past the frame allow the most accessibility…
Home Safety Tips for Seniors
It is possible to live comfortably in your home as you age, and even to recover safely from joint surgery at home rather than a rehab facility. However, moving around post-surgery can be challenging. You may not have full strength, or you may require the temporary use of a walker or other adaptive equipment. That…
Senior Home Safety – In the News
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In this news clip featuring senior home safety, Julie Albrecht, R.N., with Baywood Home Care in Minneapolis and Sherburn, MN, explains that by being proactive, it is possible to care for seniors in their own homes or in their children’s homes, and it is affordable. She discusses the top areas to emphasize safety in the home…
Looking Ahead to the New Year
As we make our way through December, the new year is quickly approaching. We at Baywood Home Care wish you a joy-filled 2014. Today we encourage you to take some time for self-reflection. If you are currently caring for a loved one and are finding it challenging to juggle caregiving with the responsibilities of daily…