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Safe Driving Tips for SeniorsDecember 18, 2023
Driving of course comes with risks no matter what age you may be. But for older adults, a car accident carries a much higher risk of injury or death.
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Senior Helpers of Chandler-Gilbert Featured on ABC 15 Arizona News!
December 8, 2023
Check out owner, James DeVary, in a recent interview where he guides a local reporter through a client's home, elaborating on the services Senior Helpers provides and highlighting the LIFE Profile assessment.
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3 Hydration Essentials for Seniors This Winter
December 6, 2023
Proper hydration is crucial for seniors during the winter months. Find out the essential tips to ensure seniors stay hydrated and healthy in the cold weather.
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Tasty and Healthy Holiday Meals for Seniors
December 5, 2023
Prepare healthy holiday meals for seniors. With these nutritious and delicious meal ideas, you can enjoy festive meals without compromising on health.
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Physical Activity vs Exercise
December 1, 2023
For many of us, the word exercise conjures up a specific mental image, one of performing long, hot sweaty hours of workout routines done inside of a gym. Doing things like lifting weights, contorting into exercise machines, running on treadmills or climbing stairmasters, all the while sweating profusely and pushing our bodies to the limits of our physical capabilities. If you don’t consider yourself to be the athletic type, or you find yourself having physical ailments and limitations that can prevent you from doing vigorous movements, this may understandably not be a very appealing image or prospect to you.
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Healthy Snacks for Older Adults
November 21, 2023
Aging well is more than just being lucky or seeing the doctor. It requires a dedicated commitment to an overall healthy lifestyle. Things like exercise, hydration, proper nutrition, managing stress, and more, can all influence your health as you grow older through your twilight years. Making smart choices when it comes to food means more than paying attention to just your meals, it also requires making good choices when it comes to snacking.
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Guide to Planning End-of-Life Care for Loved Ones
November 9, 2023
Explore end-of-life planning with our comprehensive guide. From medical decisions to emotional support, we offer expert advice for a compassionate approach. Let us support you through this phase, ensuring comfort and dignity for your loved ones.
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Celebrating Compassionate Care: A Spotlight on Senior Helpers of Chandler-Gilbert's Own Analaura and James DeVary
November 8, 2023
It’s with great excitement that we share the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce has turned its member spotlight onto two such individuals who are the lifeblood of our operations – Analaura and James DeVary.
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How to Start Gratitude Journaling With Your Parents
November 6, 2023
Gratitude journaling with your parents can foster a positive and meaningful connection. Discover the benefits and get practical tips on how to get started.
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Beat Caregiver Stress Naturally
November 3, 2023
While caregiving is certainly very rewarding for many of us, there is no denying that the job can also bring about a considerable amount of stress. Finding time in a day to do necessary tasks for just ourselves is hard enough, so you can imagine how the difficulty is magnified by adding in having to do many of those tasks again, for another person, who may or may not be receptive to the help they’re receiving.
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Ways for Seniors to Boost Their Immune System
October 25, 2023
With all the talk of viruses and immunity these days, it makes sense to learn what we can do to boost our own immune systems. For older adults, this is especially important. As we age, our immunity changes, and the defense systems of our bodies perhaps does not work as well as it did in our younger days.
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Mental Wellness Tips to Practice Everyday
October 12, 2023
Explore a variety of simple, daily practices that seniors can incorporate into their routine to maintain and enhance their mental health in this blog.
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Learning About Mental Health Disorders in Later Life
October 10, 2023
Explore common mental health disorders that often occur in seniors by learning more about signs and symptoms, exploring potential causes, and discussing available treatment options in this blog.
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Is Independent Aging a Myth?
September 22, 2023
Preserved independence is highly valued by older adults. 90% of seniors asked by the AARP all said they want to stay in their own home as they age. The notion is that living at home equals independence, and living in a retirement community means losing your independence. For many seniors, aging independently in their own home, also called aging in place, is perceived to be the most comfortable and economic option.
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Embracing Change: Tips for Seniors in Transition
September 14, 2023
Huge changes in your life are not always easy to deal with. Here are some tips to help you embrace those changes.
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3 Tools for Lifelong Learning with Impaired Vision
September 13, 2023
Losing one's sight does not mean the end of learning. Here are some tools that can help vision-impaired seniors continue their learning.
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Aging in Place: Growing Older at Home
September 1, 2023
For many older people facing the realities of aging, a commonly heard wish is “I want to stay in my own home!” Well the good news is that with the right help, you may certainly be able to do just that. Staying in your own home as you get older is referred to as “aging in place”. While living independently as a senior citizen is not the easiest task, it is absolutely possible, with the right preparations.
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Music and Sleep in Older Adults
August 18, 2023
For everyone in life, music plays a big part. Many of our great moments and happy memories all involve music in some way. Birthdays, graduations, weddings, and more, are all much more enjoyable with the addition of some great music. Music can evoke special memories, can change our moods, and can make you want to get up and dance. But one thing many people may not know is that music can impact health and sleep quality as we age.
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Summer Exercise Tips for Seniors
August 17, 2023
With summer comes the desire to get outdoors and be active. Golf, gardening, and more, there is no lack of reasons to get outside and get moving. Exercise can help older adults to feel stronger and more confident, get engaged in their community and make friends, and of course reap the myriad health benefits of exercise.
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The Importance of Vaccinations for Seniors
August 13, 2023
This article dives into the essential vaccines for those over 65, dispels common myths, and outlines their significant role in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
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How Tai Chi Can Improve Senior Balance
August 12, 2023
Tai Chi offers numerous health benefits, including improved balance. Discover how in this blog.
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The Importance of Stretching
July 21, 2023
There’s a common stereotype about aging, one which is reinforced in movies and TV and everywhere else in popular culture, that getting older means our muscles will tighten up and we won’t be able to move like we used to in our youth. But the truth of the matter is that getting older doesn’t necessarily mean that we must resign ourselves to having to deal with decreased mobility and range of motion. We can maintain our bodies as we age, and one of the things we can do to maintain mobility is to adhere to a regular stretching routine.
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4 Herbs & Spices to Add Flavor to Food Without Salt
July 16, 2023
If you're looking for alternatives to salt to make your meals tasty, here's a list of four versatile herbs and spices that can make meals tastier while keeping your sodium intake in check.
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Celebrate July 4th With These Low-Sugar Desserts for Seniors
July 15, 2023
For our senior loved ones, traditional sugary treats might not be the best option. Here's a list of less sugary desserts you can try.
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Stress Busting for Caregivers
July 11, 2023
During the pandemic, family caregivers increased their role. Many hours have been spent by caring relatives and friends in keeping older loved ones safe, whether it’s by providing hands-on care, giving transportation, shopping on their behalf, or doing what they can to support the elderly in senior living communities during quarantine. As things transitioned from in-person to online as well, they’ve also been providing tech support and crash courses in the internet and smart devices, helping their older friends and relatives to get the hang of online socializing and shopping.