Do-It-Yourself Sensory Exercises Help Create Calm for Those With Dementia

Unexplained mood swings are hallmarks of dementia, and can be very tough for family caregivers to work through. One moment you are enjoying a nice activity together, when out of nowhere, the senior’s countenance shifts. Family caregivers may find themselves  walking on eggshells as they cautiously try to resolve an issue they don’t fully understand. […]

New Year, New You: Take Charge of Chronic Conditions With Exercises for Seniors

Although staying safe at home has become our new normal, that doesn’t mean we should spend our time stagnant in front of the television! For seniors or those caring for older parents, specifically people who have chronic health problems, sustaining an active lifestyle during the COVID-19 pandemic is a struggle which may seem impossible. However, research […]

Studies Show the Benefits of Exercise on the Brain for Seniors

Everyone knows how important it is to keep active for our physical health, but studies are now showing even more far-reaching health benefits – namely, a diminished risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and a slowed rate of cognitive decline in the elderly. The explanation for the connection is uncertain, but there are two theories under […]

Use the Pool This Summer for Low Impact Exercises for Seniors

There’s nothing better than a refreshing dip in the pool to combat the July heat, and with the buoyancy of the water, it gives the additional benefit of the ideal low impact environment to help senior loved ones remain active while remedying stress to their joints. Make sure to check with an older adult’s health […]

Improve Mobility & Flexibility with These Stretching Exercises for Seniors

It’s a typical assumption that aging equates to decreased mobility and flexibility. While it’s true that health conditions including osteoarthritis affect many seniors, it’s also true that there are practical steps that can be taken to establish optimum strength and stamina during your later years. One of the best techniques to improve mobility and flexibility […]

Exercise for Seniors Keeps Joints Healthy

Did you know for each and every pound of weight we lose, we reduce four pounds of pressure from our knees, and as many as six pounds from our hips? This is certainly great incentive for everyone to stay active, regardless of age! Most notably for older adults, however, who are susceptible to joint pain […]

Reduce the Risk of Senior Falls with These Exercises

Fall prevention: it’s one of the foremost concerns of healthy aging, considering the fact that falling is one of the top reasons for critical injuries and even mortality in older adults. At Grace Home Care, providers of the trusted respite care Topeka seniors need, we work tirelessly to ensure the home environment is free of […]

Take Steps to Breathe Easier with These COPD Exercises

Due to the breathing challenges associated with COPD, the last thing someone battling the disease may feel like doing is exercising and risking becoming even more breathless. Yet, exercise is important for all of us, including individuals with COPD, to maintain optimal health. As a matter of fact, there are multiple recent studies that point […]

Senior Care Experts Share Exercise Tips for Arthritis

For seniors struggling with arthritis pain, the last thing they want to do is exercise. Nevertheless, it’s incredibly important for those with arthritis to continue being physically active to prevent the disease from progressing and to boost functionality of the joints. The key is identifying the proper degree and form of exercise to produce health […]

New Year’s Resolutions for Finding Balance as a Family Caregiver

“I’m going to clean the bathrooms more frequently.” “I’m going to force myself to run three miles each day.” “I’m going to eat more celery and less chocolate.” Do your New Year’s resolutions feel more like punishment than positivity? If so, resolve to make 2024 the year you set some goals you’ll look forward to […]