Life, especially during a pandemic, can be full of uncertainties. However, concentrating on what can be controlled is empowering for older adults who feel less in control of certain areas of life, such as cognitive or physical functioning.
A great place to begin is by creating daily routines for seniors individualized to their particular interests and needs. Keep in mind the senior's routine is not designed to be a rigid regimen to be adhered to but merely the foundation for structure and predictability. The older adult's input and direction determine the desired framework every day. A daily sample routine may look like this:
Wake up at 7 a.m.
Manage personal hygiene needs and get dressed
Enjoy breakfast in the sunroom while listening to their favorite music
Go for a walk
Tackle a puzzle or art project
Pack a picnic lunch to take to the local park
Run a few errands
Take a brief nap or spend some quiet time reading
Make dinner together and clean up afterward
Take a bath
Watch a favorite show
Go to sleep at 10:30 p.m.
Daily routines are helpful for seniors and their caregivers alike in a variety of ways:
Routines lower stress and anxiety. Routines are calming and comforting, eliminating the need to wonder and worry about what will happen next, who will be there to help, and how to make sure that everything will be taken care of.
Routines produce better sleep. Research has shown that sticking with a routine helps with sleep quality and the ability to fall asleep and stay asleep.
Routines allow for quality time with loved ones. Seniors and people who care for them can establish routines that incorporate enjoyable time together, such as favorite pastimes, weekly lunch dates at a favorite restaurant, and even an end-of-the-day hug.
Modern Health Home Cares' care team is skilled at creating customized care plans and daily routines for seniors who need home care assistance in Atlanta and the surrounding areas. We can help make every day the very best it can be for seniors and the ones who love them through many homes support services, such as:
Morning wake-up services, including personal care and preparing a nutritious breakfast
Friendly companionship throughout the day and evening – whenever needed
Light housekeeping and laundry
Shopping and other errands
Medication reminders
Transportation and accompaniment to outings, visits with family and friends, medical appointments, etc.
And many others, based on each individual's specific needs.
In the Philadelphia area? Contact us online or call us at 267.975.1572 for more information about our home care in Philadelphia and schedule a no-cost in-home consultation.
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