How Caregivers from Visiting Angels Denver Help Seniors in Wheat Ridge, CO and Surrounding Areas Boost Their Immunity

Learn how our caregivers are helping seniors in Wheat Ridge, Denver, Golden and surrounding areas in Colorado stay healthy by making simple changes to their everyday routine

As the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) finds that adults over 65 and people struggling with chronic medical conditions are at a higher risk of developing pneumonia and other health complications caused by the novel coronavirus, it’s imperative we all do whatever it takes to keep seniors in our communities as safe as possible. At Visiting Angels Denver, we’re helping the seniors in our community stay safe during this difficult time by encouraging them to adopt healthy lifestyle changes. These simple adjustments can help seniors boost their immune system and lower their chances of developing serious health issues. If you’re worried about your loved one’s well-being during this time, we can give you peace of mind.

How Caregivers from Visiting Angels Denver Can Help Your Loved One Maintain a Steady Routine

Just by adhering to certain healthy habits and routines, your loved one can build up their immune system and stay healthy throughout the pandemic. A professional caregiver from Visiting Angels Denver can help Mom or Dad maintain a simple daily routine and encourage them to focus on:

Getting a good night’s sleep – Many people don’t know that older adults need just as much sleep as younger ones, around seven to nine hours of sleep per night. A dedicated home care provider from Visiting Angels Denver can promote good sleeping habits, assist with preparations for bed, and more.
Maintaining a healthy diet – While we all know the health benefits of a wholesome diet, it’s hard for many older adults to prepare nourishing meals as often as they should. Not to worry. A seasoned caregiver from Visiting Angels Denver can go shop for groceries and prepare healthy meals for your loved one.
Indoor exercise – It’s important seniors remain physically active, especially now during self-isolation. Some great senior-friendly examples of in-door exercises include stretching and various floor exercises.
Following medication schedules and staying hydrated – A family caregiver or a professional care provider from Visiting Angels Denver can remind your loved one to take their prescribed meds as scheduled and drink plenty of water, tea, lemonade, freshly squeezed juice and other refreshing beverages to stay well-hydrated.
Washing their hands – Your mom or dad should remember that frequent handwashing is one of the most efficient ways to ward off the virus. The CDC recommends scrubbing the hands with soap for at least 20 seconds and rinsing with warm water, especially after sneezing, coughing or nose blowing.

Reduced Stress Equals Better Health

Just like everybody else, your loved one is most likely stressed out because of the pandemic. Needless to say, it’s no good for their overall health. Here is how your loved one can relieve stress during the crisis:

Connecting with family and friends through phone calls, texts, emails, Skype, FaceTime and popular social media platforms
Taking an occasional break from the news to prevent feeling overwhelmed
Staying physically active, eating healthy and refraining from alcohol
Engaging in fun, relaxing activities such as reading, crafts and puzzles

There’s one more important thing – your parent should be encouraged to reach out for help if the stress of self-isolation becomes too much for them to handle. For example, they can seek advice from a local therapist or get in touch with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA’s) Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746.

Learn More About Home Care Services from Visiting Angels Denver

Call our Wheat Ridge, CO office today and learn more about how an assigned caregiver from Visiting Angels Denver can help your loved one remain safe and healthy at home during the coronavirus outbreak.

Visiting Angels provides in-home care services for seniors throughout Arvada, Aurora, Denver, Glendale, Golden, Lakewood, Wheat Ridge and the surrounding areas of Colorado.