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Bonita Springs Home Health

Our commitment is in educating and promoting effective preventative care and health maintenance.

Bonita Springs Home Health is a privately managed agency that is dedicated to providing exceptional, inclusive and personalized care to individuals and their families in their homes. Our commitment is in educating and promoting effective preventative care and health maintenance that embrace the dynamic needs of patients who are elderly, disabled or recovering from illness.

11/14/2019

Did You Know That Seniors Benefit From Play, Too?

Yes, play! By taking time to unwind with card games, board games, and other forms of play, seniors can:

1. Relieve stress.
2. Enhance brain function.
3. Stimulate the mind.
4. Boost creativity.
5. Enhance social skills and relationships.
6. Improve energy and vitality.

Of course, you can also arrange a play date with a pet. But, it’s a lot more fun and beneficial to include another person in the arrangement. You can go for something old school or you can enjoy a game with a modern console.

SOURCE: https://www.helpguide.org/articles/mental-health/benefits-of-play-for-adults.htm

11/13/2019

Enjoying Meal Time for Seniors

Even if you live alone, you can still enjoy healthy meals by:

1. Shopping together with a friend.
2. Cooking with loved ones.
3. Having conversations during mealtimes.

How do you make the most out of your meals?

11/07/2019

How Can You Increase Your Calcium Intake?

Calcium is an important part of senior health. For one, it helps make sure that your bones are strong and safe from osteoporosis.

To absorb more calcium in the body you should:

1. Use milk when making oatmeal or preparing cereals.

2. Use milk as a base for soups or sauces.

3. Make pancakes with milk or yogurt.

4. Add yogurt to salad dressings, smoothies, or popsicles.

5. Try cheese for dessert or as a snack.

Do you know of other ways you can add calcium to your diet?

SOURCE: https://www.helpguide.org/articles/healthy-eating/calcium-and-bone-health.htm

11/06/2019

Tricks to Stay Socially Connected in Your Old Age

1. Call a loved one or friend to meet up.

2. Reach out to acquaintances on social media.

3. Take a day away from the computer to converse with a neighbor.

4. Join in on community activities.

5. Smile and say “Hi!” to people you meet.

10/25/2019

How to Maintain Connection With an Older Adult

As seniors age, they tend to isolate themselves. You should not allow yourself to lose touch with your loved one.

Here are the things you can do to maintain the connection between you and an older adult loved one:

a. Talk even when the senior only sits in silence as a response.

b. Use touch therapy when verbal communication is impossible.

c. Play music.

Communication doesn't start and end with words. There are many ways to communicate. Do you have other suggestions? Share it with us.

10/24/2019

Getting a massage is one way for a senior to manage chronic pain. Massages can improve range of motion, flexibility, and blood circulation in seniors. It can also help relieve spasms, stiffness, and aches. Encourage seniors to get a therapist-prescribed massage.

10/18/2019

How Seniors Benefit From Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy is recommended for seniors to recover or maintain the skills needed to accomplish daily activities. This particular therapy offers many benefits, especially for seniors.

Here are four benefits a senior can enjoy from occupational therapy:

1. It makes daily tasks such as bathing and eating easier.

2. Home modifications are more efficient with their guidance.

3. Provides help and support in cases of vision/memory loss.

4. Provide assistance to caregivers.

Do you know of other benefits occupational therapy offers? Let us know!

10/17/2019

Did you know that bathing daily is not a strict requirement for good health in seniors? Bathing once or twice a week is enough to avoid infections as well as skin breakdowns. Make sure to wipe down the senior in between full baths though to minimize body odor.

10/10/2019

5 Simple Tips to Manage Back Pain

Seniors suffer from back pain. Physical therapy is one of the methods you can choose to manage back pain. However, there are simple tips you can follow to manage this condition too.

Here are those tips you can do:

1. Rest for a while.
2. Try medication for back pain.
3. Get a professional massage.
4. Use cold/heat therapy.
5. Check with your doctor.

Back pain can get worse progressively if not managed well. Do you have other tips on how to manage back pain? Share it with us.

10/09/2019

Most older adults suffer from tooth loss as they reach their twilight years. It may be due to poor oral care or certain health conditions. Go to the dentist regularly as well to know the state of your oral health.

10/04/2019

Independence is important to anyone. Especially for older adults, they will want to maintain independence for as long as they can. Physical therapists and Occupational therapists can offer programs to ensure that older adults can do daily tasks safely.

10/03/2019

5 Common Dental Problems Seniors Face

Ensuring good dental health is challenging for seniors. This is because aging can increase their exposure to dental problems. Various health conditions increase their risk of developing dental problems too.

Here are the common dental problems seniors suffer as they age:

1. Tooth decay
2. Receding gums
3. Periodontitis
4. Xerostomia or dry mouth
5. Oral cancer

Go to the dentist for a checkup on a regular basis. Dental problems can be avoided with early identification, after all. Do preventive measures as well such as regular brushing of teeth and flossing.

09/26/2019

Stroke Tips: "BEFAST"

Stroke is one of the dangerous ailments for older adults. It is actually pretty easy to remember the symptoms of a stroke.

The acronym below will help you remember what the symptoms are:

"B" - Balance (loss of balance)
"E" - Eyes (blurred vision)
"F" - Face (drooping face)
"A" - Arm (is an arm drifting downward?)
"S" - Speech (slurred speech)
"T" - Time (don't waste time; call 911)

When you remember to "BE FAST," you can get treatment for stroke immediately. The faster you get help, the lesser the damage done to your brain.

09/25/2019

Homocysteine is an amino acid linked to a couple of heart-related diseases. Thus, eating foods that can help lower the homocysteine levels of the body is important. Foods with plenty of vitamin B6 is highly recommended. If you want vitamin B6-rich foods, eat asparagus.

09/20/2019

How to Make a Heart-Healthy Meal

09/19/2019

Artery-Cleansing Foods to Add to Your Diet

Cleansing it as regularly as you can keep the blood steadily flowing to your body. Food can help cleanse the arteries.

Here are eleven of the artery-cleansing foods you should add to your diet:

a. Avocados
b. Whole grains
c. Nuts
d. Fatty fish
e. Olive oil
f. Green tea
g. Turmeric
h. Citrus
i. Spinach
j. Watermelon
k. Broccoli

Make sure to add these to your meals to keep your heart healthy.

09/18/2019

Did your primary care physician recommend you for surgery? Don't hesitate to get second opinion! Getting second opinion can avoid the risk of misdiagnosis. Bring your test results, imaging, and medical records from your original doctor during the second consultation.

09/12/2019

Why You Should Wear a Pedometer

Being physically active is one of the secrets to a healthy body. Thus, it is important that you find tools or methods that can help encourage a senior to be physically active. One of the best tools to have is a pedometer.

With the latest pedometer in the market, a senior can track the following:

a. How many minutes of activity

b. How far you have walked

c. Heart rate

Get a pedometer or download the app on the senior's phone to promote physical fitness.

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