Hello Seniors, Families and Friends,
I hope your 2025 is off to a good start. Attached, please see our Community Liaison, Kira. Here you see Kira doing what she loves. This is the start of a community health fair. This was a great opportunity to help seniors learn about different types of community support that’s available. For more information on how you can receive community support, please contact us at GoldenHeartScottsdale.com. We are here to help.
Hello Seniors, Families and Friends. Please read the attached to hear what our clients are saying about us. For more information, please contact www.GoldenHeartScottsdale.com. Please see below:
Golden heart, please know that CD is doing an amazing job helping to cover visits at ROFH. She went above and beyond yesterday spending time with a client and her family as she is actively dying. CD really was present with them and helped her adult children share stories about their mom allowed them to do a life review. We are so thankful for the great care CD is providing.
When seniors need extra help with personal care tasks, they might find it difficult to cope with that kind of change. They may also worry that they’re going to lose their dignity because they need help with embarrassing tasks. Seniors can remain self-sufficient while also getting the help that they need from personal care at home.
Seniors can still be well-groomed and comfortable, even if it’s difficult for them to do these things on their own. Professional caregivers can help them to fasten clothing, tie shoelaces, and take care of other tasks related to changing clothing and grooming. Home care providers help to empower seniors with these activities by waiting until seniors ask for help rather than taking over these tasks.
Lots of seniors may still be able to prepare meals on their own, but for seniors with health challenges or other difficulties, a little help makes all the difference. Seniors don’t have to eat unhealthy foods or skip meals simply because it’s difficult for them to cook healthier options. Personal caregivers can help with preparing meals and also assist with eating if seniors have difficulty with that.
If mobility limitations impede independence, seniors may need help with using mobility aids, assistance standing, or help with balance. Personal care at home can support seniors as they walk, which can help promote physical activity. With the right support, seniors with mobility challenges may regain some strength and independence while also experiencing less anxiety about movement.
Personal caregivers don’t offer medical assistance, but they can remind seniors to take medications and to follow their doctors’ recommendations in order to be healthier. Taking medications on schedule is a huge part of helping seniors to get the most benefit from them. Reminders and schedules help seniors to take charge of their own health while also getting support when they need it.
It can be embarrassing for seniors to need help with personal hygiene tasks, including bathing or brushing teeth. These are tasks that seniors have likely tackled alone for a long time, so it’s difficult to ask for help. Personal care at home helps with these types of activities without damaging independence throughout the process.
When seniors don’t drive any longer, they can easily fall into a habit of not going where they want to go. That can lead to isolation, so seniors need a solution that allows them to easily continue to go places and spend time around other people. Personal care at home can help with transportation needs while also keeping seniors company while they run errands. Seniors are safer, but they’re still in charge of their own time.
Seniors often worry that they will lose a lot of their independence simply because they have trouble with some of their normal daily activities. Personal care at home can help seniors stay in control of their lives while also getting the exact help they need along the way.
If your senior mom or dad is living alone and they are struggling to stay socially connected, video games might be a good option for them. There are thousands of different styles of video games, and many seniors enjoy playing them.
There is a social element to video games that can be very good for seniors, especially seniors who can’t get out of the house easily. Playing games makes it easier for seniors to make friends, connect with the world, and find a sense of community and a sense of purpose.
According to some studies, 30% of all video game players in the United States are over the age of 55. And that number is increasing every year. Whether it’s playing online puzzle games, playing mystery games, or playing games that allow seniors to form groups with other players, seniors are using video games to stay connected.
Companion care at home is another good option for seniors who need more social connection. If your mom or dad has trouble getting online a companion can help them access video games, coach them, and help them with other activities. Companion care at home means that your mom or dad will get regular visits from a trusted friend who can share meals and conversations and do activities with them.
If your mom or dad wants to play video games, with a companion or alone, they can get some big benefits from playing games like:
Video games challenge the brain in unique ways, helping seniors keep their minds sharp. Puzzle games, strategy games, and word games improve problem-solving skills, memory, and focus. These mental exercises can delay cognitive decline and even help manage conditions like early dementia. Your mom or dad can keep their minds sharp and have fun playing video games.
Playing video games offers seniors a chance to relax and escape from everyday worries. Immersive games with soothing music or fun storylines are a great way for seniors who can’t leave the house to get a break from stress. Studies have shown that gaming can reduce anxiety by promoting relaxation and improving mood. Seniors who play video games report feeling happier and more engaged in their leisure time.
Video games, especially action or simulation games, help improve hand-eye coordination and reaction time. When your mom or dad plays video games they are working on timing, precision, and motor skills, which are useful in daily activities like driving or cooking. This benefit can also help prevent falls or accidents by sharpening reflexes.
Many video games now include online features where players can connect with others. For seniors, this provides opportunities to socialize with family, friends, or even strangers from around the world.
Multiplayer games, online communities, and co-op modes help reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation. Your mom or dad might enjoy playing video games with a companion, with you, or with their grandkids.
Video games provide easy, adaptable entertainment for seniors with limited mobility or chronic health conditions. Unlike physical activities, gaming doesn’t require leaving home or expending significant energy.
With options like touchscreen devices, motion controls, or simple game mechanics, seniors can enjoy gaming regardless of physical ability. This makes video games an inclusive and engaging activity for seniors who have physical challenges.
If you or an aging loved one is considering companion care at home in Maricopa, AZ, please call the caring staff at Golden Heart Senior Care of Scottsdale at (480) 284-7360. We are here to help!
Hello Seniors, Families and Friends. Attached, please see some of the wonderful work our Community Liaison Kira is doing in the community. She loves to make seniors smile. For more information on how you can have Kira do an activity with your facility, please contact us at GoldenHeartScottsdale.com.
Heart disease is one of the most common illnesses among seniors. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention approximately 47% of adults aged 60 and older have some form of cardiovascular disease. This includes conditions like coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias.
The American Heart Association reports that more than 80% of people aged 65 and older have at least one risk factor for heart disease, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or diabetes. That’s why it’s so important that your senior parent gets checked for heart disease if they have any of the common risk factors.
Seniors who have heart disease can often live quite comfortably at home, if they have home care. Home care provides extra support to seniors that are living with a chronic illness. A home care provider is a trusted friend who can help your mom or dad with everyday tasks, shopping and running errands, and making sure they take their medication.
If your mom or dad has any of these common risk factors for heart disease, talk to them about getting a checkup and getting screened for heart disease. Early prevention is the key to helping seniors live well with heart disease.
High blood pressure is one of the biggest risk factors for heart disease in seniors. As people age, their blood vessels become stiffer, which can cause an increase in blood pressure.
Hypertension puts additional strain on the heart, making it work harder to pump blood throughout the body. Over time, this can lead to heart enlargement, weakened heart muscles, and even heart failure.
If your senior parent has a sedentary lifestyle, a family history of high blood pressure, or is overweight they should get checked by a doctor to make sure they don’t have heart disease.
Having high cholesterol is another risk factor of heart disease that seniors should be aware of. As seniors age, their cholesterol levels tend to rise, particularly if they have a diet high in saturated fats, are overweight, or are inactive.
High cholesterol can cause the arteries to become clogged, leading to a higher risk of heart attack and stroke. If your mom or dad has high cholesterol home care can help them make changes to their diet and lifestyle to manage it.
Diabetes significantly increases the risk of heart disease because high blood sugar levels can damage blood vessels and nerves that control the heart.
Seniors with diabetes are more likely to have high blood pressure and high cholesterol, both of which are major risk factors for heart disease. If your mom or dad has diabetes, home care can be a great resource to help them manage their diabetes and lower their risk of heart disease and other complications.
Obesity also increases the risk that your mom or dad will develop heart disease. Obesity can also lead to inflammation and stress on the heart, causing it to work harder.
Seniors who are obese often don’t get a lot of physical activity, which can make the risk of developing cardiovascular problems higher. Home care can help your mom or dad eat a better diet, move as much as possible, and monitor their health.
Reference
https://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/risk-factors-for-heart-disease
If you or an aging loved one is considering home care in Sun Lakes, AZ, please call the caring staff at Golden Heart Senior Care of Scottsdale at (480) 284-7360. We are here to help!
It’s a common misconception that people need less sleep as they age. Sleep is an important part of your elderly loved one’s well-being and without regular, restorative sleep, his health can suffer.
Sleeping is an important time for the body to rest, do some maintenance, and restore and replenish needed levels in the body. Without a healthy sleep life, your loved one increases his risk for multiple health issues.
So, how does your loved one go about getting a better night’s sleep? While he might be able to make the changes needed, he might also find that if he has other health issues, having someone stay in his home during both the day and night, will help him take the needed steps for better sleep. A 24-hour home care team will have someone stay with your loved one both when he’s awake and sleeping. A 24-hour home care provider can help with those middle-of-the-night changes or those bedtime routine changes that your loved one is trying to implement. Plus, having a 24-hour home care provider there at night, might help your loved one rest better knowing someone is there if he needs help with anything.
These tips are not just when your loved one goes to bed. Better sleep starts the minute he wakes up each morning.
With the consistency of better habits, your loved one will soon be sleeping better.
If you or an aging loved one is considering 24-hour home care in Cave Creek, AZ, please call the caring staff at Golden Heart Senior Care of Scottsdale at (480) 284-7360. We are here to help!
To me, this post deserves more than one picture. For 15 years, I have been a founding board member of K2 Adventures Foundation, a 501-C3 non-profit. We help special needs children and families. One of our most donated and glitzy events is in the pictures. It’s called Masquerade. We reward military and other essential workers as well as people in need in large part based on what is raised this night. Please visit our Facebook page for more information. After a 15 year involvement, I really believe we set records for donations tonight. Congratulations Kristen, Kevin and K2 Adventures Foundation on another successful event.
Diet is going to be a crucial focus no matter what time of year it is, for seniors. Your loved one may have diet restrictions either for weight management or chronic conditions, but that does not mean they should have to skip out on Thanksgiving dinner. It just means you need to be conscientious of the menu. If a senior is aging in place alone, senior home care can help them come up with a small Thanksgiving meal to have during the week that caters to their diet needs. Here are some favorite dishes and alternative recipes to do instead, which can help your loved one enjoy the day but maintain their needed diet.
Turkey is a traditional meal for Thanksgiving and luckily it is one of the healthier options for seniors. If they do not like turkey or they are living on their own they can opt for a smaller bird like chicken. These are both birds that senior home care can help prepare in advance at the beginning of the week to enjoy on Thanksgiving. These are the best lean sources of protein filled with vitamin B, low carb, and easier to digest than other types of meat. This can easily be baked in the oven and smaller birds won’t take very long to roast.
Because potatoes are high in carbohydrates, which can cause blood sugar increases, especially for individuals with diabetes or insulin resistance, they might not be the best option for seniors. However, mashed potatoes are a staple in Thanksgiving meals, so if you are looking for a replacement, try mashed cauliflower. This is a vegetable that is lower in carbs and calories making it the perfect side for those who are looking to eat low carb and maintain a healthy weight. Mashed cauliflower is also a great choice for seniors who are trying to manage their blood sugar and digestive health. Cauliflower is healthy and it has a versatile flavor. Whatever herbs you add is what it will taste like so you have so many options to work with.
Baking carrots, broccoli, yams or brussels sprouts is such a good option for seniors. These are healthy, filling, and full of nutrients that a senior loved one needs to be healthy. Thanksgiving can be one of the healthiest celebrations out there; you just have to think things through. Baking carrots and other vegetables can be done on one pan and herbs have little to no calories making it perfect for your loved one who is focused on health. They will taste good, be easy to make, and your senior loved one can fill up on them.
Green beans are usually another staple in Thanksgiving meals and luckily they are something that can be great for a senior to consume regularly. Many dishes contain bacon which is high in sodium and fta but a good alternative is to use turkey bacon instead. You can do everything the same as any other recipe but use alternative types of bacon instead to lower sodium and fat levels in the dish.
If you or an aging loved one is considering senior home care in Maricopa, AZ, please call the caring staff at Golden Heart Senior Care of Scottsdale at (480) 284-7360. We are here to help!
Again, this picture has nothing to do with this article. But, it illustrates how we like to get out into the community. Please see what our clients are saying about us:
For the past year or so, the aide assigned from Golden Heart has been MC. I wanted to reach out to thank you for sending her to work with and assist my mother. I have joined M and my mother at multiple doctor’s appointments where she actively listens and assists my mother and the doctors. At home, she is an active participant in my mother’s day and attends to her needs providing very good care. My mother seems to be pleased with M and M also seems genuinely interested in my mother’s well-being.
Please accept this email with my gratitude for your employee’s positive and caring service.
We are so proud of the work we do. More importantly, we so very proud of the team that helps us do it. For information on how to get a caregiver like this for you or a loved one, please visit us at GoldenHeartScottsdale.com.
