Seniors Can Have a Healthy Heart
Heart disease is a leading killer but it doesn’t have to happen to your senior. Having a heart healthy lifestyle is easier than most believe and this blog will highlight strategies to prevent this terrible enemy from moving in. Read on!
A Guide to Senior Fall Prevention
Seniors who fall can face serious health challenges and diminished quality of life. At Woodslake Home Care, we understand the importance of fall prevention and offer comprehensive programs designed to promote balance, strength, and mobility in older adults. Learn more to ensure the well-being of your loved ones.
How to Prevent Colds and Flus in Seniors
We’ve all experienced colds and flus at some point in our lives. Thankfully, we learned preventative measures but for the elderly, are we doing enough? This blog will explain why our seniors are more vulnerable to these illnesses and ways to prevent them for a better quality of life.
Pop and Go: Compression Socks for Seniors
Compression socks help seniors with circulation, alleviate leg pain, and much more. Though, they can be hard to put on. That’s why our caregivers help apply compression stockings for your senior in need with our Pop and Go program. Learn more about the benefits of these fashionable socks!
Pop and Go: Laundry Assistance for Seniors
Laundry can be a calming chore or a dreadful one. For many households, laundry gets piled up and sometimes neglected. This is no different for your senior, especially if they are physically unwell or unable. Alzheimer’s disease can also impact whether your senior’s laundry gets done. No worries for you! Thanks to our Pop and Go program, we have that task covered. Learn more…
Pop and Go: Medical Appointment Companionship
Seniors need to visit the doctor’s office and various specialists often. How are you able to accompany your aging mom or dad with all of these appointments? Our Pop and Go Medical Companionship service is the right option for you! And it’s easy on your budget, but most importantly, offers peace of mind. Learn more!
Pop and Go: Helping Seniors In and Out of Bed
Rising and shining is easier than ever with the help of a caregiver! Our Pop and Go program offers a service to help your senior get in and out of bed. Learn more.
Pop and Go: Wellness Checks for Seniors
If your senior does pretty well living independently, and you don’t need a caregiver 24/7, our Wellness Check service is perfect for you. For those times you can’t check up on your elderly loved one, we’re here to help. Learn more about our Pop and Go: Wellness Check offer.
Pop and Go: Dog Walking for Seniors
Dogs need walking and now Woodslake Home Care offers this service to seniors living independently at home. If you need your aging parent to have a companion on dog walks, or a caregiver to provide this service once per day or temporarily, we’re here for you. Learn more!
Our New Program: Pop and Go
Our “Pop and Go” program is dedicated to families and seniors who need one-time immediate care. If you’re not ready for a full-time caregiver, then the “Pop and Go” is for you! Don’t turn down the opportunity to get a little on-the-spot care. Learn more!
Creating a Safe Space for Seniors
When a senior chooses to age in place, creating a safe environment is essential. This blog offers common ways to help make a safe space for your elderly parent. Read on!
Embracing Healthy Aging for Seniors
Embracing healthy aging is a matter of opinion and can be a personal journey. Many cultures believe aging is a beautiful part of life while others frown upon a single gray hair. You can choose to love your life at every stage. Getting older doesn’t have to be downhill. You can add quality years to your life. This blog will offer helpful tips to start embracing your aging healthfully.
Moving Senior Parents Into Your Home
Moving your elderly mom or dad is a life-changing decision and chapter for everyone involved. This can be a rewarding experience and bring about stronger familial bonding. In this blog, we explore tips for you and your senior to have a smooth transition.
Understanding High Blood Pressure in Elderly Individuals
High blood pressure is a serious issue if left untreated. Seniors may be at higher risk due to age-related changes in their arterial walls and cardiovascular health. In this blog, we’ll go over more detail about high blood pressure, it’s complications, and how we can prevent and even lower high blood pressure in seniors. Read on!
Ways to Prevent Osteoporosis in Seniors
When we think about a senior’s health, we think overall well-being. What if we were to prioritize bone health, specifically? Bone health is linked to a quality life and with preventative action, osteoporosis can be of no concern for your elderly loved one. Let’s look into understanding osteoporosis a little more and ways we can prevent this condition from your senior’s life.
How to Manage Incontinence
Incontinence can be an emotional experience but can happen to any senior. In this blog, we’ll go over what the types of incontinence are and how we can find ways to manage these conditions. Seniors can enjoy a quality of life and have confidence, no matter their age. Read on!
The Importance of Long-term Care for Elderly People
Long-term care may be a great option for seniors. If you are considering this type of care, read on. This blog will highlight the benefits of longer term care for your senior in need.
Essential Hygiene Tips for the Elderly
At every age, we need to make sure we are practicing good hygiene. For one, it’s a societal rule and courtesy to others. However, for seniors, it’s important to maintain good health, confidence, well-being, and clean bodies to prevent infections, discomfort, and much more. Read on to learn some fun hygienic tips!
Preventing Food Poisoning for Seniors to Enjoy a Healthy Diet
We want to encourage a healthy appetite with our seniors. Learning and teaching them about proper food handling and safe storage can greatly reduce food poisoning. With the potential of a weakened immune system already, we will want to take extra precaution so our elderly can eat with peace and harmony.
Skin Care Tips for Seniors
Who says seniors can’t feel confident in the skin their in? It is a myth that as we age we lose our radiant glow. This blog will highlight tips and tricks to keep your skin looking flawless at any age. Read on and get glowing!