Boosting Immunity for Seniors in Longmont, CO and Surrounding Areas with In-Home Care from Visiting Angels of Boulder County

Learn how our in-home care services help seniors in Longmont, Boulder, Louisville and surrounding areas in Boulder County, CO adopt simple changes to their everyday routine to help them stay healthy and boost their immune system

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), seniors aged 65+ and both younger and older adults with chronic conditions are at a much higher risk of developing severe medical complications from COVID-19. As the new coronavirus continues to spread throughout the nation, it has become increasingly important to help the elderly in Boulder County stay as healthy as possible to minimize the risk of infection. That’s why Visiting Angels of Boulder County is committed to helping seniors during this difficult time by encouraging our clients to make healthy changes to their daily routine.

How Seniors in Longmont and Throughout Boulder County Can Maintain a Healthy Everyday Routine

As you can probably guess, sticking to a healthy daily routine that boosts immunity and improves overall health can keep your loved one safe throughout this crisis. Just make sure to encourage your parent to focus on:

Sleeping soundly – It is important to get a good night’s rest. Just like younger adults, seniors need about seven to nine hours of sleep per night to stay well-rested and have sufficient energy throughout the day. Our in-home care providers can help your loved one stick to a recommended nighttime regimen and assist with pre-bedtime routines.
Eating healthy – Enjoying a healthy, nutritious diet is one of the best ways to strengthen our immune system. At Visiting Angels of Boulder County, our dedicated in-home care experts deliver groceries and prepare tasty dishes to make sure senior clients eat healthy, well-balanced meals.
Exercising – Encourage your loved one to stay physically active during self-isolation as much as they can. They can opt for some popular senior-friendly exercises such as stretching, weights or floor exercises.
Staying well-hydrated – Older adults need to drink at least 6 to 8 glasses of water to stay hydrated. Expert in-home care providers from Visiting Angels of Boulder County can make sure Mom or Dad is drinking plenty of water, tea and freshly squeezed juices and also provide medication reminders if needed.
Frequent handwashing – The CDC recommends frequently washing hands with soap and warm water, especially after sneezing or coughing.

Reducing Stress

As we watch the whole world come to a halt and we hear about many countries imposing some kind of lockdown to combat the pandemic, it does not come as a surprise that we are all much more concerned, stressed and anxious than usual.

Here is what your loved one can do to ward off the negative effects of self-isolation and reduce stress levels:

Keep in touch with family and close friends via Skype or Facebook
Take an occasional break from the news
Adhere to healthy habits including exercising, eating a well-balanced diet and avoiding alcoholic beverages and cigarettes
Find the time to relax and engage in joyful activities such as reading, crafts or playing games

It is also important to remind your loved one to ask for help if they feel overwhelmed by the situation. There are plenty of resources and support options in your area. For example, Mom or Dad can connect online with a therapist or choose to call 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 In-Home Care from Visiting Angels of Boulder County Today

To learn more about our personalized in-home care services and how we help, please get in touch with our local office in Longmont, CO today. Your loved one’s well-being is our highest priority!

Visiting Angels provides in-home senior care services for families in Allenspark, Boulder, Eldorado Springs, Erie, Hygiene, Lafayette, Longmont, Louisville, Lyons, Nederland, Niwot, Pinecliff, Ward and the surrounding areas of Boulder County, CO.