Staying active is an important part of staying healthy, no matter what a person’s age is. From your youngest child to your elderly loved one, staying active and keeping physically fit can improve their quality of life. For each person, what that activity level looks like is different and if your loved one has any health conditions, you must talk to her doctor about the best course of action for implementing a more physically active lifestyle. Just about everyone can find safe and healthy ways to be active and the benefits of that activity can improve just about every aspect of their lives, providing a richer and more enjoyable journey to getting older. A companion care at home provider can provide the support and encouragement she needs.

Ten Benefits of Physical Activity for Your Senior (and just about everyone else)

There are many ways for your senior to increase her physical activity. It can be daily walks in the neighborhood, gardening, doing housework, or joining an activity club. So long as it’s safe and your loved one enjoys what she’s doing, the benefits she’ll receive are plentiful.

1. Improved self-esteem and feelings of self-worth. Being physically active helps your loved one feel better about herself and what she can achieve.
2. Reduced risk of mental health conditions such as depression or anxiety.
3. A stronger heart and heart vessels. This can reduce the risk of diseases like high blood pressure or heart disease.
4. Increased bone density and strength along with a reduced risk of osteoporosis.
5. Better sleep is imperative to many overall aspects of health including reducing the risk of dementia and cognitive decline.
6. Reduced risk of falling. Frequent falling can be a danger for many seniors. By staying physically active in a safe environment, your senior increases her skills in balance and coordination, reducing the risk that she’ll fall by having the ability to avert a fall before it happens.
7. Improved cognitive abilities. Physically moving helps the body to adequately supply the brain with the blood supply and nutrients it needs to be in top shape, keeping memory and problem-solving skills sharp and ready to use.
8. Since being physically active can often help a person maintain a healthy weight, it can reduce the risk of many health conditions that become a higher risk when a person is overweight. Common conditions include diabetes, some cancers, and stroke.
9. Improved Independence as your loved one can do more things for herself.
10. Better connections with people. Exercise is a great way to connect with people.

How Companion Care at Home Can Help Your Loved One with Activities

Your loved one might need some help to be physically active. If your loved one needs someone to be with her when she goes for a walk or someone to watch over her as she gardens, a companion care at home provider can assist in making sure your loved one is staying safe while she’s active. A companion care at home provider can also help with transportation, getting her to her favorite park for a stroll or to the local senior center for a morning swim class. When you can’t be around and your senior needs a little assistance, a companion care at home provider is a great resource for her.

If you or an aging loved one are considering Companion Care at Home Services in Decatur GA, please get in touch with the caring staff at Senior Solutions Home Care. (404) 266-8773

Senior Solutions Home Care is a Trusted Home Care Agency serving Atlanta, Palmetto, Alpharetta, Chattahoochee Hills, Milton, College Park, Sandy Springs, Roswell, Hapeville, Johns Creek, and all of Fulton County.

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Over the years, we have expanded, providing service in all 95 counties throughout Tennessee, and we now have a growing presence in Georgia.

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