Healthy Diets for Seniors and Elderly in Irvine, CA

Among the various “labeled” diets that are recognized by health-oriented individuals, dieticians, and medical practitioners, the Western Diet seems to be the least beneficial for Elderly and Senior individuals in the long term.  The Western Diet consists of fried food, processed food, red meat, high-fat dairy products, sweetened desserts, alcohol, etc.  A study conducted by Tasnime Akbaraly, PhD, of INSERM in Montpellier, France found that participants who ate foods in the Western Diet were about 50% less likely to age ideally, with a 53% greater chance of cardiovascular death, poorer musculoskeletal health, and worse cognitive function.  A diet with high intake of vegetables, fruits, and fish was significantly associated with a decreased risk of cardiovascular death.

Ideal aging is achieving older ages with high physical and cognitive function, free of chronic illness.  Good nutrition can help Elderly individuals get there and still has tremendous health benefits for Elders with chronic illness, especially in the case of Diabetes, where individuals must maintain a healthy diet to maintain blood sugar and blood pressure levels.  At A-1 Home Care, we strive to provide compassionate and experienced caregivers who are knowledgeable and capable of providing healthy meals for Elderly, Senior, and Terminally Ill individuals.  Our caregivers strive to enhance the quality of life of our clients by providing dedicated personal care, healthy meal preparation, assistance with exercise, companionship and any others activities of daily living, no matter what your loved one’s care situation may be.

Some of our 24 Hour Live-In Care or Hourly Care services include After Surgery Care, Arthritis Care, Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care, Diabetic Care, Cancer Care, Incontinence Care, Kidney Disease & Tumor Care, and Heart Attack Care.

We serve the OC communities of Irvine, Tustin, Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Seal Beach, Los Alamitos, Villa Park, Anaheim Hills, Fullerton, and others in Orange County.

To interview and hire an experienced caregiver in your area today, CALL us at 949-650-3800.

Care at Home for Seniors and Elderly in Irvine

It’s common for Elderly individuals to feel discouraged from exercising.  Negative thinking about being Elderly and having limitations is only partly true – yes, you may have mobility issues if you have Parkinson’s Disease, Arthritis, or Diabetes, but that shouldn’t stop your loved one from exercising because of how important it is for physical and mental health.  This article titled Senior Exercise and Fitness Tips debunks 5 myths associated with Seniors and exercise.  For example, “Exercise puts me at risk of falling down – Regular exercise, by building strength and stamina, prevents loss of bone mass and improves balance, actually reducing your risk of falling.”  The article goes on to explain various mental and physical health benefits of exercise, how to start an exercise routine, and how to find motivation and have fun while you exercise.  Even if your loved one is wheelchair bound, there are stationary exercises for strength, resistance, flexibility, and endurance.

If you’re too busy to provide support and motivation for your Elderly loved one’s daily exercise, a caregiver from A-1 Home Care can help.  We specialize in Elder Care services such as Companion Services, Arthritis Care, Parkinson’s Care, Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care, Diabetic Care, Cancer Care, Incontinence Care, Hospice Care, and Post Stroke Care on a 24 hour live-in or hourly care basis.  Our caregivers can help your loved one establish a set of exercises that are easy to perform, depending on their physical capabilities.  Whether it’s going on a walk or doing stationary range of motion stretches and repetitive movements for strength training and endurance, we can help.

A-1 Home Care provides care at home for Seniors and Elderly in Irvine, Lake Forest, Dana Point, Laguna Beach, Tustin, Corona Del Mar, Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Seal Beach, and others in Orange County.

All of our caregivers, nurse aides, and home helpers must have prior at home caregiving experience, verifiable professional references, a National Background Check/DMV Check, Tuberculosis testing, Malpractice/Liability insurance, First Aid/CPR training, and a personal interview with our office staff.

To interview and hire a compassionate caregiver in your area, CALL us at 949-650-3800 for a FREE in-home assessment.

For more information, visit us at Irvine In Home Care.

A-1 Home Care is a Licensed Bonded and Insured non-medical homecare agency that has an A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau, Shield Accreditation, and thousands of positive client testimonials. 

Diabetic Care in Irvine, CA

Diabetes is a disease that is easy to maintain if you’ve done your homework and learned everything that you need to know about monitoring your blood sugar level, eating healthy, exercising, and taking your medication.  Although living the lifestyle of a Diabetic can be tedious, as you must always be careful of what you eat, it shouldn’t hinder you from living a normal life and doing the things you love.

Many Elderly and Senior individuals enjoy traveling, yet with Diabetes more attention needs to be paid to ensure that you have enough supply of medication for when you travel and that you can adjust appropriately to time zone change.  This article by Charlotte Bishop gives you some travel tips to keep in mind to ensure a stress-free time.

A-1 Home Care is a non-medical caregiver agency that offers caregivers and nurse aides for in-home care.  We offer 24 hour live-in care or hourly part-time care in the communities of Irvine, Lake Forest, Tustin, Anaheim Hills, Fountain Valley, Westminster, Newport Beach, and other cities in Orange County and Los Angeles County.  Our Diabetic Caregivers can provide in-home assistance for your Elderly loved one and work with you and your healthcare provider to find the right balance of a Diabetic diet, exercise routine, and medication dosage.

Our non-medical caregiver agency has been in business since 1991, has Shield Accreditation, and an A+ Rating from The Better Business Bureau.  We specialize in Elder Care services and offer additional in-home care services such as Alzheimer’s Care, Arthritis Care, Parkinson’s Care, Hospice Care, and Incontinence Care.

To hire a compatible Diabetic Caregiver in your area today, CALL us at 949-650-3800.