Reducing the Risk of Alzheimer's Disease for Seniors in Reseda, CA

At Visiting Angels San Fernando Valley, not only do we provide Alzheimer's care, but we also provide in-home supportive services to help minimize the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease for seniors in Reseda and surrounding communities in California

Being diagnosed with Alzheimer's is a life-changing event. Seniors who suffer from this disease tend to forget who their friends and family are and how to engage in their favorite activities. Eventually, older adults with Alzheimer's disease require professional in-home supportive services or need to relocate to a nursing home in order to remain safe. Unfortunately, despite all the studies, a cure for this condition still hasn't been found. However, there are some your loved one can reduce their risk of Alzheimer's disease. As experienced home care providers, Visiting Angels San Fernando Valley not only provides quality in-home Alzheimer's care, but we also provide a number of in-home senior care options that help our clients develop healthy habits and reduce their risk of being diagnosed with Alzheimer's.

Mental Stimulation

Mentally stimulating and challenging activities such as learning something new and practicing memorization can keep your loved one's brain healthy. In fact, a National Institute of Health (NIH) ACTIVE study found that seniors who engaged in at least 10 sessions of mental training improved their cognitive functioning months after the training and showed long-lasting improvements a decade later.

Fun games such as strategy games, puzzles, brain teasers, and riddles can also mentally stimulate your parent and help them stay healthy. Taking a new approach to everyday activities, like eating with a non-dominant hand can promote brain health as well.

Regular Exercise

Developing an exercise routine is also a great way to reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease. Regular exercise can train your parent's muscles as well as their brain, and keep risk factors such as cholesterol levels, weight and blood pressure under control. According to the Alzheimer's Research & Prevention Foundation, regularly exercising can reduce a person's risk of developing Alzheimer's by up to 50 percent! Your loved one should exercise for at least 150 minutes a week. Their regimen should incorporate cardio training, strength training, balance activities and coordination activities.

Our in-home supportive services can help your parent maintain a healthy exercise routine that includes cardio and strength training, and balance and coordination activities.

Eating Healthy

A well-balanced diet is a key to senior's health and it can even help your loved one avoid Alzheimer's disease. In order to eat healthy, your parent should reduce how much sugar they consume, avoid trans fats, eat plenty of omega-3 fats, fruits and vegetables and drink at least two cups of tea a day. If possible, your loved one should cook at home so they can ensure they're eating fresh and healthy meals. In case your parent needs assistance with meal preparation, our in-home supportive services can help.

Staying Socially Active

Socialization is extremely important for brain health so encourage your parent to spend time with their friends, join a club, take group classes or volunteer with local organizations. Caregivers from Visiting Angels San Fernando Valley can help your loved one stay socially engaged by providing transportation to social events, engaging in meaningful conversation, helping them learn how to use social media and more.

Good Sleep

When it comes to Alzheimer's disease, sleep deprivation is a serious risk factor. In order to reduce their risk of Alzheimer's disease, your parent should get at least eight hours of sleep every night. Stick to a regular sleep schedule, removing electronic devices from the bedroom and adopting a relaxing bedtime ritual can make it easier for your parent to get a good night's sleep. To make sure your loved one stays asleep, our caregivers can monitor them overnight so they don't get up and wander around.

At Visiting Angels San Fernando Valley, we can help your parent reduce their risk of developing Alzheimer's by assisting them with daily tasks. If you want to learn more about our in-home supportive services, please don't hesitate to contact our Reseda, CA office.

Visiting Angels offers quality in-home supportive services for seniors in Sunland, Reseda, Mission Hills, North Hollywood, Valley Village, Van Nuys, Canoga Park, Pacoima, Sylmar, Winnetka, Chatsworth, Northridge, Porter Ranch, North Hills, Granada Hills, Sun Valley, Woodland Hills and parts of the San Fernando Valley, CA.