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Building Relationships with Grandkids Reaps Many Benefits for Seniors
Both grandchildren and their grandparents benefit from a strong relationship. But sometimes older adults need help building that bond.
A Senior’s Best Friend
Taking care of another dog might be a big challenge for an older widow who just lost her longtime pooch companion, but research shows that the benefits of pet ownership often outweigh the drawbacks.
Anniversary for Seniors Can Still Generate Romance
A special celebration for your senior loved ones doesn’t have to be elaborate. The big night, including a dinner for two, could be a memorable affair that includes great food, music, decorations and a picture display or scrapbook.
Companionship Helps Alleviate Lonely Nights
Options exist for senior widows and widowers who feel isolated because they can no longer drive. Senior centers and churches are good places to start. The local Home Instead Senior Care® office can lend a hand, too.
Conversation Tops Senior Activity List
Keeping busy can help seniors stay healthy and vital as they age. It may not be surprising that the simple act of conversation topped the list of favorite activities in a caregiving survey. That's why family caregivers should do everything they can to ensure older adults have companionship.
Seniors Planning a Reunion Should Start Early, Seek Help
Family reunions are great ways for seniors to connect with other generations. Family caregivers can play an important role ensuring that older adults get the kind of reunion they want. The support of a professional CAREGiver could help as well.
Veterans' History Project Helps Preserve Wartime Stories
Senior loved ones often are a treasure trove of information that is not only valuable to their families, but that may be of interest to others as well. Family caregivers can encourage them to discuss these stories and share their historical legacies.
Activity Plan Can Brush Away Senior Blues
The death of a spouse can throw an older adult into turmoil and leave family members wondering how to help. According to senior care experts, providing ideas for activities, encouragement and support are the best ways to help a grieving loved one cope.
Part-time Work, Volunteering Help Keep Seniors Active, Fight Frailty
Seniors who keep busy working or volunteering may have discovered a fountain of youth. Research says there are benefits to both employment and volunteering. Staying healthy longer is one of them.
If You’re a Senior Who’s Recuperating, Plan for Activities to Fill the Days
It may be time to pull out the board games and puzzles, and brush up on your Canasta and Pinochle skills while waiting for the healing process to commence. A Home Instead CareGiverSM could help toward that goal as well by providing companionship and assistance around the house.
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