Many seniors may not know this but skin is so crucial to focus on as a senior. They may be in the mindset that caring for their skin is vain but in truth, this is the largest organ in the human body and it protects a senior from pollution and free radicals that could harm them. Skincare is something that is so important and if they need help focusing on this, it may be a task for personal care at home providers.
Sometimes a senior may need help bathing, moisturizing, and putting on sunscreen and it is not something they want to ask their adult children for help with. That’s okay and that’s why personal care at home can be the best choice for seniors who want to age in place or even those living with their adult children.
Taking Showers at the End of the Day
During the summer your elderly mom or dad may spend more time outside and this can mean they are getting sweaty and dirtier than normal. Your senior loved one will need to shower at the end of a long day to help prevent germs and infections from spreading. Using soap and water is going to be crucial this summer but they may not shower as often as they should.
Personal care at home can help them get in and out of the shower or even help give them sponge baths if necessary. This will help keep germs to a minimum in the summertime. Sometimes a senior can develop bad habits when it comes to showering and it is important for caregivers to help create a better routine that will keep your senior’s skin healthy throughout the summer. They may need to shower more when it is hot out.
Covering Up During The Day
Sunburns are no fun and these tend to happen easier in the summer. Seniors may not be as covered as they should be because they may overheat or be wearing the wrong clothing. Personal care at home can help find a senior the right clothes that will keep their skin protected without overheating them.
Sunscreen Every Day
Once your senior finds the right outfit for the day they will still need to put on sunscreen because this is the number one way to protect their skin. Your loved one may need daily reminders on when to put on sunscreen and reapply, and they may need help with simple tasks like opening the bottles and getting to the hard-to-reach places. This is the number one way to protect senior skin during the summer and it should be a focus for your loved one.
Moisturize After Showers
A senior may have dry skin in the summer and after a shower, it can become even more dry and irritated. To avoid this dryness which can lead to being itchy a senior needs to put on moisturizer after a shower. They may forget to do this but with a friendly reminder, they can stay on top of it to protect their skin this summer.
If you or an aging loved one are considering Personal Care at Home Services in Hendersonville TN please contact the caring staff at Senior Solutions Home Care. (615) 307-4509
Senior Solutions Home Care is a Trusted Home Care Agency serving Nashville, Brentwood, Nolensville, Gallatin, Hendersonville, Smyrna, Murfreesboro, Mount Juliet, Lebanon, Goodlettsville, Davidson 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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