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How to Help an Aging Parent Deal with Feelings of Loneliness

Your elderly father passed away several months ago and your aging mother now lives alone in the house you grew up in. But lately mom always seems lonely and depressed, and she’s isolated herself from family members and friends. In fact, mom’s feelings of loneliness have reached the point that you’re now worried about her health and wellbeing. What should you do? There are several proven ways to help an elderly parent overcome feelings of loneliness and isolation, starting with these.

By First In Care|2019-10-25T21:44:58-04:00October 28th, 2019|Categories: Depression & Mental Health|Tags: Depression in Seniors, loneliness, mental health, Social Media, Socially Isolated, wellbeing|

How a Companion Animal Can Help Seniors Stay Independent and Active

Your elderly mother lives alone in Manatee County, Florida, and you manage your own household in another state. Ever since dad died a year ago, she just hasn’t been the same. Mom seems depressed, and isn’t eating or sleeping enough, or getting the exercise she needs. Now you’re worried that her health and wellbeing may be at risk. What should you do? Studies have found that an effective way to keep seniors more independent and active is by getting them a companion animal.

By First In Care|2019-07-18T12:24:11-04:00July 29th, 2019|Categories: Quality of Life|Tags: companion animal, Depression in Seniors, loneliness, long-distance caregiver, pet, wellbeing|

How SilverSneakers is Helping Caregivers Keep Seniors More Active

Regular exercise benefits a senior in so many ways, including improving balance, flexibility and coordination, strengthening their immune system, building lean muscle, reducing stress and promoting a better night’s sleep. If you’re looking after a senior in the Manatee County, FL, area, one of the exciting new ways you can help keep them more active is by introducing them to the SilverSneakers program.