High Summer Temperatures Can Lead to Heat Stroke in Older Adults
Throughout the long, cold winter, we eagerly anticipated the heat of summer. What a relief to finally throw open the windows and let the warm breezes blow through the house! However, now that we are into the dog days of summer, it is important to take precautions to make certain older adults in particular stay […]
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 […]
Try These Top Summer Activities for Seniors
While kids certainly eagerly anticipate summer break and all of the fun it involves, summertime doesn’t need to lose its enjoyment as we age! At Grace Home Care, providers of Topeka respite care, we love helping older adults take pleasure in life to the fullest, and have developed the following list of some of the […]
Helping Seniors Stay Safe Throughout the Summer Months
Don’t we all love the warmer, longer, relaxing days of the summer season? With family get-togethers and celebratory occasions like graduations, weddings, summer holiday functions, and more, many older adults are more active during the summer season. And considering that it’s easy for older individuals to swiftly become overheated, it’s critical to know how to […]
Summer Safety Tips to Prevent Heat-Related Illness in Seniors
As we dig deeper into the dog days of summer, the extended periods of sunlight, increased humidity and higher temps can quickly have an effect on the wellness of older adults. Since hundreds of people in the U.S. die each summer as a result of heat-related complications, and many of those are seniors, it is […]
Top Ways for Older Adults to Cope With Allergies
It’s finally summer! Now that the long, cold winter and wet springtime are over, we can enjoy the great outdoors. For older loved ones, getting out into the fresh air, sunshine, and beauty of nature is very important for both mental and physical health. Unfortunately, it can also trigger seasonal allergy symptoms. And this is […]
Understanding Loss of Appetite in Older Adults
You have just made a huge batch of Mom’s special chili recipe. Your house smells delicious, and you cannot wait to eat. However, while you are delighting in not only the taste but the memories the meal conjures, Mom is simply stirring the food around in her own bowl. And it’s not the first time. […]
Learn What Causes COPD Flares and How to Avoid These Triggers
We have all been waiting patiently for March! At last, the days are getting longer and now we can start to feel the promise of spring all around us. For someone with COPD, there’s extra reason to celebrate the changing of the seasons. Dry, cold air is among several COPD triggers, and the arrival of […]
Hot Weather Safety Tips for Seniors
The longer days of summer mean extra time for swimming, family cookouts, gardening, and all of those other enjoyable seasonal pursuits. Yet it also means a greater risk for a variety of health concerns for older adults, who are more at risk of heat-related issues such as: Heat syncope (faintness/dizziness) Heat cramps Heat edema (swelling) […]
Safety Tips for Traveling with Someone with Alzheimer’s
After spending a significant amount of time in social distancing and isolation, this summer may lead you more than usual to want to journey to visit family and friends, or even to simply encounter a change of scenery and some enjoyable activities. And if you provide care for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, having a […]