Category: Senior Living

We are, by nature, independent beings who want to do things for ourselves which makes it extremely uncomfortable to ask for help from others. It’s a control thing. For seniors, asking for help is pretty much admitting to themselves that they are losing control of their independence, freedom, and lifestyle. This is an incredible fear for aging adults – especially those who have not had to rely on the support of others. 

Limited social interaction isn’t great for any person, but it is particularly hard on seniors. Social interaction is a major factor in the quality of life of elderly people. Without it, seniors are more likely to feel lonely and depressed – which will negatively impact physical health. Loneliness and depression are often followed by reduced physical exercise, poor nutrition, poor habits and more.

Maintaining independence later in life is often a great self-esteem booster that promotes a sense of self-worth, well-being and achievement – which are all incredibly valuable for aging adults who feel as if they have very little control of life changes that come with age.  Call SYNERGY HomeCare of North Houston and help your senior be happy and independent.

Remember when you were excited to grow up and be independent, making your own life decisions?  Oh, those rites of passage— wearing makeup or shaving. That was a long time ago and the memories are indelible.

Today’s older adults are healthier and more active than previous generations. Still, mobility, falls and vision issues can become concerns as we age. If you’re one of the millions of adults planning to age at home, making some home modifications is a smart investment for your future comfort and safety. 

For many seniors, baking is a soothing talent, a skill to take pride in, and a great way to give to family and friends. But as people get older, the kitchen becomes difficult. It can be harder to read and follow directions for recipes, standing and moving around the kitchen can be exhausting and painful, and the grocery shopping alone can make a fun baking session feel like a truckload of work. But that shouldn’t deter you; read our six-step guide to easy baking below.

Seniors have a lifetime of experiences, memories, and wisdom to share. They have lived through historical events and hold personal sentiment for friends and family members that their loved ones have no memories of, or only a few. For many seniors, writing an autobiography is a chance to pass on their family history and anecdotes to future generations. The information shared in an autobiography is an attempt for seniors to connect their children and their grandchildren to the past and their ancestors. 

For seniors, maintaining a well-balanced diet and getting enough to eat is crucial for several reasons. Nutrients and vitamins that come from good food can help seniors combat different illnesses and keep up energy and strength.

When it comes to health, balance is a common factor. When people suffer from diabetes, they do not cut out ALL sugar and carbohydrates, they monitor the intake of glucose and carbs, balance it with proteins and healthy fat, and gain control through diet – (provided their bodies allow them to do this without insulin injections). Many diets require moderation of types of foods and portion control. 

If you’re like me, the pandemic has left a hole in your heart. It’s a void filled by simple conversation with others, especially strangers who generously share a slice of their lives to remind us we’re human and alive. Details of others’ experiences, rich upon comparison, subtly teaching us without a classroom or a textbook. We learn through others’ visions; it’s no wonder, today, and almost every day during the pandemic, that I hunger for your story or his story or their story.