Getting the right nutrition is something that many seniors struggle with if they’re living alone. Sometimes your mom or dad may just not want to bother cooking a healthy meal for themselves. And other times they may not have the energy to go grocery shopping or clean up after cooking a big meal. But if you notice that your mom or dad seems to be skipping those healthy meals more often, they may need help from senior home care providers. Skipping meals, letting food expire, and relying on sandwiches or canned foods are all signs that your mom or dad is struggling with cooking or shopping.

A senior home care provider can help your mom or dad get the nutrients they need to stay healthy. With help from a care provider your mom or dad can try new and interesting healthy meals, have access to fresh fruits and vegetables, and enjoy eating healthy meals again.

Some of the ways that a senior home care provider can help your mom or dad improve their nutrition are:

Planning Healthy Meals

A senior home care provider can help your mom or dad plan meals that are healthy and delicious. They will make sure meals include a balance of protein, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and dairy while avoiding unhealthy options like too much salt or sugar.

If your parent has dietary restrictions due to conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure, the caregiver can adjust the meal plan accordingly to make sure your mom or dad is eating foods that their doctor recommends.

Having a set meal plan helps ensure that your parent eats well and doesn’t rely on unhealthy snacks or processed foods. It also makes shopping easier.

Grocery Shopping for Nutritious Foods

Going to the grocery store can be tiring or overwhelming for your mom or dad. A home care provider can either shop for groceries or help your mom or dad place a grocery order for delivery or pickup.

A care provider can check food labels to make sure those foods are healthy, help choose fresh fruit and vegetables and keep an eye on the pantry to make sure your mom or dad has healthy food in there.

Preparing and Cooking Meals

Many seniors struggle with cooking because of physical limitations like arthritis, low energy, or difficulty reading small print on recipes.

A home care provider can take over cooking duties or assist with meal preparation, depending on what your parent prefers.

They can chop vegetables, stir pots, or handle heavy dishes to make cooking safer and easier. If your parent enjoys cooking, the caregiver can help them with the tasks that they find difficult, like getting heavy items out of the fridge or carrying heavy pots and pans.

Encouraging Regular Meal Times

Some seniors forget to eat or lose interest in food, especially if they live alone. A senior home care provider can remind your parent to eat at regular times and make sure they don’t miss meals. They can also share meals with your mom or dad to make meals more fun. Having someone to share a meal with can make your mom or dad more excited about eating proper meals.

If you or an aging loved one are considering Senior Home Care Services in Goodlettsville TN, please get in touch with 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.

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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.

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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