Every morning is a new chance to welcome the day ahead, and seniors in particular need to start the day well in order to preserve their general health, happiness, and well-being. As we age, our bodies and habits will change, necessitating a small amount of tweaking to guarantee every day begins as best it can. Here are several easy-to-implement strategies to help your senior get their day started off right, and how home care can help.
Sufficient Sleep
A sound sleep the night before lays the groundwork for a pleasant morning. For best health, seniors frequently need seven to nine hours of sleep every night. Home care can help promote a regular sleep schedule by encouraging seniors to create a bedtime ritual, like reading a book or listening to relaxing music.
Gentle Stretching and Movement
Seniors can more easily transition into the day by doing mild stretching and movement exercises as soon as they wake up. It’s important to promote basic stretches that focus on flexibility and mobility, such as arm circles or leg stretches. These motions aid in boosting blood flow, easing stiffness, and enhancing wellbeing.
Hydration
After a restful night, seniors must rehydrate by starting the day with a glass of water. Encourage seniors to keep a water bottle by their bedsides as a reminder to drink throughout the day, as dehydration can cause weariness and cognitive deterioration. Squeezing in some lemon juice can also offer a welcome vitamin C boost.
Healthy Morning Meal
A well-balanced breakfast provides the body and mind with energy for the day. Seniors should choose nutrient-dense foods, including fruits, vegetables, lean meats, and whole grains. Good options that are high in nutrition and energy include whole grain toast with avocado, Greek yogurt with almonds and honey, and oatmeal with berries. To help them get started on the right foot, home care can assist with healthy meal planning, prep-work, and even cooking when needed.
Mindfulness and Gratitude
Having a positive outlook on life can have a big impact on general wellbeing. Seniors should be encouraged to practice mindfulness for a few minutes each morning. This could involve doing deep breathing exercises, practicing meditation, or just thinking back on the things in their lives for which they are thankful. Seniors who practice thankfulness can face each day with resilience and hope.
Safety Check
Lastly, it’s critical to make sure the senior’s surroundings are secure and supportive of a healthy morning routine. Loved ones or home care providers can complete a quick safety inspection of the house, making sure that all the doors and windows are clear, the grab bars are tight, and there is enough light. This allows seniors to start their days feeling more confident and independent.
Maintaining independence, pleasure, and good health in later life for seniors depends on a good start to the day. Seniors can create the foundation for a productive and happy day with the support of home care and their loved ones by adding these easy morning routine ideas.
Sources:
https://stellarliving.com/create-a-masterful-morning-routine
https://www.nzseniors.co.nz/life-insurance/discover/healthy-morning-routine-tips-seniors
https://bayshireranchomirage.medium.com/4-quick-tips-to-help-seniors-start-their-morning-on-the-right-foot-d58c9a6fcbe5
If you or an aging loved one are considering home care in Sudbury, MA, please contact the caring staff at PlatinumCare + today. Call (617) 237-0867.
PlatinumCare + was born out of the desire and passion to provide the very best home health care possible in Brookline, Dover, Newton, Needham, Watertown, Weston, Cambridge, Lincoln, Sudbury, Belmont, Boston MA, and surrounding areas.
All with decades of experience, Tim in IT Operations, Support, and Management, Brenda in Client Relations, Healthcare Services & Sales Management, and Anne in Healthcare as a Nurse Practitioner combined their skills to form what is now PlatinumCare +.
As immigrants to the US, all came from backgrounds where Healthcare for aging parents was a responsibility of the immediate family and the entire community. Aging, sick, or terminal community members were cared for physically, emotionally, and financially by family, friends, including strangers! This community approach, Healthcare with a difference, delivered with the utmost love, care, sacrifice, and passion, forms the basis of how PlatinumCare + grounds itself.
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