How To Assist The Homebound Elderly Get Some Exercise

Any seniors who are homebound or who face limited mobility may see it as difficult to find both the motivation and the resources to get some exercise. If it is difficult to make it to exercise classes, take a walk around the block, or find activities that one can do, it’s hard for seniors to get the appropriate amount of exercise. We know that exercise has many psychological and physical benefits for people of all ages. It’s important for seniors especially to get regular exercise in order to enjoy a variety of wellness benefits to keep both their mind and body functioning at higher levels.

Plan Activities For Different Capabilities

When planning exercises with seniors, it’s important to take individual needs and constraints into consideration. It’s important to work closely with healthcare providers to determine what exercises are the most medically appropriate for seniors on an individual basis.

Popular Activities For Seniors

Tai Chi

Motion-activated video games

Walking

Light weight lifting

Exercise bands

The most important thing in creating an exercise program for seniors is that the activities are fun! Just about any activity that is done is better than no movement at all. Even if seniors are only able to do activities by simply sitting down, they are still getting the great benefits of exercise. There is a variety of ways that activity levels can be increased.

Always There Home Care can be of assistance to the seniors in your life. It is important that seniors get the emotional and physical support that they need whether they are facing recovery from surgery or have issues with mobility. We will assist seniors with everything from cooking meals to helping execute exercise programs to providing company and emotional support. For quality care for seniors in the greater Philadelphia area, contact Always There Home Care. We will care for your loved one as if they were a part of our own family!