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Learn about the benefits of having a 24-hour in-house caregiver

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Benefits of a 24-hour in-house caregiver

Benefits of a 24-hour in-house caregiver

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Aging is just a process

Aging is a new stage of life that, depending on the individual, circumstance and situation, may require more attention and care. The help of the family is important, but in this phase, it is even more important to have a professional caregiver at home. In fact, the benefits of having an in-house caregiver 24 hours a day are many and that, specifically, is what we want to talk about in this post of our blog.

If you have elderly people at home who require special care or simply 24-hour personalized attention, this content is for you. Will you join us?

"Comprehensive home care is often the best solution because it addresses all requirements around the clock."

Benefits of having an in-house caregiver

The requirements are very different in each case. Comprehensive home care is usually the best solution because it meets all requirements 24 hours a day, including any emergencies that may arise. There are many advantages to having a professional on board at home, such as peace of mind for family members, who know that the person will be well cared for.

Here are some important benefits:

  • Personalized care: the caregiver is in charge of attending to all the specific care needs of the person. That will be his or her exclusive function. Keep in mind that their preparation is very specific to solve any setback or requirement.
    Household chores: the professional caregiver not only attends to the patient’s health needs, but one of his main functions is to improve his quality of life. Therefore, they will be in charge of cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping and other tasks, so that you can relax and have more time available with the peace of mind of knowing that your family member is in good hands.
  • Supervise medication intake: We know that medications are essential in the daily lives of older adults who require special attention. For this reason, caregivers will be responsible for the different doses taken during the day.
  • Psychological support to the patient: a professional caregiver is not only prepared to perform the tasks described above. It will also be a psychological support for the patient, since being with someone will help them not to become depressed or suffer emotionally. The caregiver will motivate them to deal with this possibility.
  • Outdoor companionship: another of the caregiver’s functions is to try to ensure that the elderly person does not become detached from the outdoor routine. Therefore, going for walks (when possible), visiting friends or going to medical appointments are a key part of the functions of this professional. In addition, all this will make the older adult more independent as much as possible.
  • Improves the family’s quality of life: this is undoubtedly one of the great pros of having a professional caregiver 24 hours a day. The quality of life of both the patient and his or her family members should be one of the primary objectives. Caring for an elderly person with certain health needs is exhausting, especially for those who are not professionally trained. Among these people are the immediate family members. A caregiver will be essential in improving the attitude, taking care of the stress and worries of these people. Knowing that the care of your loved one is in good hands, peace of mind will automatically follow.
  • Safety: Although it may seem like a logical reason, the numbers tell us so. According to U.S. health authorities, 87% of seniors want to live at home rather than in a nursing home or relative’s home. A caregiver will be present for any problems with the patient.

The benefits of having a 24-hour in-house caregiver are numerous for both the patient and the family. Knowing them will open an interesting scenario to hire one. Do you want more reasons?

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Prevents obesity in the elderly

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Obesity in the elderly

Obesity in the elderly can be a serious problem if not prevented in time. To avoid that, it is better to start preventing. If not, there are ways to reverse the situation, but order and discipline are necessary.

In this article about obesity at a specific age, we will talk about how to prevent and correct obesity in the elderly. If we told you that this part of the population is the most at risk of suffering from overweight, would you believe it? In this article, we will talk, exactly, about that and how to solve it in this part of the population. Will you join us?

"Correcting a condition of obesity is not simple, but it is recommended. The first thing you need to do is to organize your meals and try to maintain an optimal weight."

How to correct a situation like this

Correcting a situation of obesity is not simple, but it is recommended. The first thing you need to do is to organize your meals and try to maintain an adequate weight. Sleeping well, doing some physical activity every day, taking care of the types of food you eat, eating a balanced diet rich in all the nutrients we need, etc. are some of the keys.

Correcting the overall situation will prevent the development of associated diseases, such as diabetes, hypertension or cholesterol, among others.

What about prevention?

Prevention is the key to not developing obesity. Improving the quality of life of the elderly holds the key. How? By preventing weight gain, improving general health, balancing the diet and, of course, improving the mobility of the body. Preventing obesity at this age is one of the goals of any professional caregiver.

So how to prevent? What are the guidelines to follow?

  • Exercise: Exercise, however small, helps with a number of factors. For example, it lowers the accumulated cholesterol in your body; it helps you stay active and improves insulin sensitivity. For exercise to be effective, it is important that it is done in moderation with short walks and a simple routine. Don’t forget to stretch.
  • Optimal nutrition: as we said, a healthy diet, with the necessary nutrients at this age and balanced in its proportions is essential. Keeping fat at its ideal level is one of the objectives we should seek. Caloric foods, consumption of refined sugars and saturated fats are not advisable. Vegetables, cereals (half of them should be whole grains) and fruits are highly recommended, especially because they are easy to digest. Eating four or five meals a day with small portions is also recommended, as well as good chewing and drinking water many times a day.
  • Medical accompaniment: medical accompaniment and supervision is also key. A guide from a nutrition specialist is advised to correct what is not done correctly and to put more emphasis on things that are required. Also be careful with drugs. Some can cause more obesity. A medical specialist will help regulate them.

Obesity in older adults is a problem that can be serious if not corrected in time. Although the culture of prevention should prevail, it is important to know that it can be reversed by following a series of guidelines. To prevent, following the tips detailed in this article will help greatly to improve the situation of the older adult with this problem. Let us know what you thought of the article.

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