Home Helpers offers tips to support senior independence
By
Brittany Farley-
According to a study conducted by AARP, nearly 90 percent of baby boomers wish to remain independent in their own home as they age. As this trend continues, it is important to educate senior citizens and their families about senior wellness to ensure they are happy and safe in their own home.
As the nation’s leading senior care franchise specializing in non-medical and personal care and companionship for seniors, Home Helpers of Hillsboro works on a daily basis with senior citizens who require extra assistance.
“A person’s happiness and independence depend on their overall health and wellness,” said Janet Dean, owner of Home Helpers of South Central Ohio. “As people age, maintaining independence and autonomy become higher priorities. From making healthy lifestyle choices and remaining engaged with friends and family, to keeping up with the latest technology and trends, we want to ensure that seniors are maintaining independence and are enjoying life to the fullest.”
In tribute to senior independence and longevity, Home Helpers of Hillsboro is educating families on the dimensions of wellness and activities they can participate in that will assist in senior independence:
• Physical Wellness: One of the most obvious ways to maintain independence is through physical fitness and ability to manage daily living activities.
• Emotional Wellness: Abuse and neglect of vulnerable adults remains a hidden problem that is largely under-recognized and under-reported. Ensuring your aging loved one is emotionally safe will help them remain independent for years to come.
• Occupational Wellness: Just because you may be retired, it doesn’t mean you can’t give back to the community. Many senior citizens become interested in volunteering opportunities or pen pal programs with local schools. Also, check out your local arts and crafts store for various senior classes they may offer.
• Social Wellness: With over 500 million active users, it seems like everyone is logging into Facebook. Social networking sites are becoming the most popular way for senior citizens to stay in touch with family.
• Financial Wellness: As people age, it is critical that they have their finances in order and understand what benefits are available to them. It is crucial that the checkbook is balanced, a will is created, along with file for benefits.
“These are only a few ways to support the independence and longevity of an aged loved one,” said Janet Dean. “Remaining educated on how we can help our aging loved ones stay active and involved will lead them to live a long, full life.”
Home Helpers offers free in-home consultations and works with clients individually to tailor flexible care plans to meet their specific needs and budgets. Services offered include companionship, grocery shopping, meal preparation, assistance bathing, dressing and feeding, medication reminders, local transportation and light housekeeping.
For more information on Home Helpers of Hillsboro, please contact 937-393-8600 or visit www.chillicothehomecare.com.[[In-content Ad]]
As the nation’s leading senior care franchise specializing in non-medical and personal care and companionship for seniors, Home Helpers of Hillsboro works on a daily basis with senior citizens who require extra assistance.
“A person’s happiness and independence depend on their overall health and wellness,” said Janet Dean, owner of Home Helpers of South Central Ohio. “As people age, maintaining independence and autonomy become higher priorities. From making healthy lifestyle choices and remaining engaged with friends and family, to keeping up with the latest technology and trends, we want to ensure that seniors are maintaining independence and are enjoying life to the fullest.”
In tribute to senior independence and longevity, Home Helpers of Hillsboro is educating families on the dimensions of wellness and activities they can participate in that will assist in senior independence:
• Physical Wellness: One of the most obvious ways to maintain independence is through physical fitness and ability to manage daily living activities.
• Emotional Wellness: Abuse and neglect of vulnerable adults remains a hidden problem that is largely under-recognized and under-reported. Ensuring your aging loved one is emotionally safe will help them remain independent for years to come.
• Occupational Wellness: Just because you may be retired, it doesn’t mean you can’t give back to the community. Many senior citizens become interested in volunteering opportunities or pen pal programs with local schools. Also, check out your local arts and crafts store for various senior classes they may offer.
• Social Wellness: With over 500 million active users, it seems like everyone is logging into Facebook. Social networking sites are becoming the most popular way for senior citizens to stay in touch with family.
• Financial Wellness: As people age, it is critical that they have their finances in order and understand what benefits are available to them. It is crucial that the checkbook is balanced, a will is created, along with file for benefits.
“These are only a few ways to support the independence and longevity of an aged loved one,” said Janet Dean. “Remaining educated on how we can help our aging loved ones stay active and involved will lead them to live a long, full life.”
Home Helpers offers free in-home consultations and works with clients individually to tailor flexible care plans to meet their specific needs and budgets. Services offered include companionship, grocery shopping, meal preparation, assistance bathing, dressing and feeding, medication reminders, local transportation and light housekeeping.
For more information on Home Helpers of Hillsboro, please contact 937-393-8600 or visit www.chillicothehomecare.com.[[In-content Ad]]