Is your mom or dad malnourished? If they’re living alone at home, they could be. A huge number of seniors become malnourished when they live at home. Even if your mom or dad is eating, they could become malnourished because they’re not eating healthy foods. A senior home care provider can cook healthy meals for your mom or dad, make sure expired food is thrown away, prepare easy-to-eat meals and snacks for when your mom or dad is alone, and make sure they are drinking lots of water too.
If your mom or dad is struggling with issues like poor mobility, poor grip strength, dizziness, or poor balance they may be skipping meals or just eating snacks because they are afraid of cooking. And if they don’t drive they may not have enough food in the house. Or they could be eating expired food because they can’t get to the store and don’t want to ask you to take them.
Senior home care is a wonderful way to make sure that your mom or dad is healthy and happy at home. If you can’t check on your mom or dad daily because of work or other responsibilities senior home care will give you the peace of mind of knowing that your mom or dad isn’t alone.
In addition to getting senior home care for your mom or dad you can try these things to make sure they are eating healthy meals each day:
Plan and Prepare Meals in Advance
Planning meals ahead of time can make it easier for your parent to eat healthily without the stress of deciding what to cook each day. Sit down with your mom or dad each week to create a weekly menu with simple, nutritious meals they enjoy.
If possible, prepare some of the meals in advance and store them in the refrigerator or freezer. Use labeled containers with clear instructions, such as “Heat for 2 minutes,” to make it simple for them to reheat and eat. A senior home care provider can also do this for your mom or dad.
Stock the Kitchen with Healthy and Easy-to-Prepare Foods
Make sure your parent’s pantry and refrigerator are stocked with healthy, ready-to-eat foods. Focus on items that are easy to prepare, like fresh fruits, pre-cut vegetables, whole-grain bread, canned soups with low sodium, and lean proteins such as rotisserie chicken or hard-boiled eggs that already have the shells removed.
Don’t Forget Drinks
Staying hydrated is just as important as eating healthy meals. You can make hydration easier by keeping water bottles in visible places, like on the kitchen counter or by their favorite chair. Also, make sure there are beverages like herbal tea, milk, or flavored water available to encourage your mom or dad to drink throughout the day.
Provide Simple Recipes
If your mom or dad wants to still cook for themselves, give them simple, easy-to-follow recipes that don’t require a lot of time or effort. Look for recipes with just a few ingredients and minimal steps, such as making a salad, a sandwich, or a quick stir-fry. Simple recipes with just a few healthy ingredients are easy for seniors to cook on their own.
Set Up Grocery Delivery
These days most supermarkets partner with delivery services so your mom or dad can get all the groceries they need delivered to their door. A senior home care provider can help your mom or dad use the app and order their groceries, or you can help them by setting up a regular grocery delivery once or twice each week.
If you or an aging loved one are considering Senior Home Care Services in Arlington TN, please get in touch with the caring staff at Senior Solutions Home Care. (901) 300-8576
Senior Solutions Home Care is a Trusted Home Care Agency serving Memphis, Germantown, Collierville, Lakeland, Hernando, Olive Branch, Arlington, Atoka, Southaven, Bartlett, Marion, Shelby County, and surrounding areas.
Over the years, we have expanded, providing service in all 95 counties throughout Tennessee, and we now have a growing presence in Georgia.
Senior Solutions is recognized as a top 5% independent agency and a three-time Inc. 5000 honoree in 2018, 2019, and 2020. These types of awards matter to us because they show growth in our goal of eventually touching a million lives. We’re excited to continue that growth and to touch even more families with our commitment to quality care!
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