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3 Tips for Maintaining a Relationship with Your Elderly Parent

As your parents age, their physical, social, and mental needs may change. As they make the transition to retirement or assisted living, your relationship with them may change as well. However, even if your parents are less active or live farther away, there are many ways to keep them in your life and maintain a healthy bond.

• Relive Fond Memories

You and your parents have spent a lifetime together. Reminiscing about old times is an important and positive behavior that can bring you closer together. Share photos and videos of family birthdays and vacations. Ask your parents about their fond memories of these events and add your own. Helping your parents focus on a time when all of you were able to share adventures together results in a positive experience for them and for you.

• Spend Time Together

When your parents live in an assisted living community, you have the luxury of visiting them without worrying about their needs. Because you know they are getting the help they require, you will be able to spend time together with them as a family rather than as a caregiver. Find activities you can all enjoy, such as cooking, playing card games, or watching movies to create lasting memories together.

• Maintain Contact

Even if you cannot visit your parents as often as you’d like, make plans to stay in touch. Many seniors enjoy emailing and texting as an easy way to keep in touch. Consider setting a time each night, week, or month to call and catch up by phone. Maintaining regular contact will ensure that you and your parents can remain a part of each other’s lives regardless of how often you are able to get together.

San Clemente Villas by the Seas offers an active retirement lifestyle in addition to assisted living and memory care services for seniors. We are dedicated to promoting a healthy and happy life for all of our senior residents in Orange County. Call us today at (949) 485-4028 or visit our blog to learn more about healthy senior living. 

Watch: Tips for Excellent Senior Health

Seniors have health needs and concerns that differ from the younger population. Getting the care and information you need to maintain great health can help you enjoy your retirement to the fullest.

The key to remaining healthy is to exercise. You can tailor your workout to your specific needs to ensure that you stay safe during activity. Participating in social events keeps your mind sharp and your mental outlook on life positive as you enjoy the company of others. Take a look at this video for more information about unique senior health concerns and active living.

Enjoy every day when you live at San Clemente Villas by the Sea. Our facilities offer you an active and healthy lifestyle filled with social events, exercise classes, and more. You can learn more about retirement living and other senior care services by calling (949) 485-4028 or clicking on our website.

What Exactly Is Assisted Living?

Assisted living allows seniors to transition from exercising complete independence to receiving the care services they need on a regular basis.

 Many levels of assisted living care are available, providing only the services that are needed, but also offering the option to increase the level of care at any time. Seniors can maintain independent everyday lives while getting the help they need for meal preparation, medication or medical monitoring, and transportation. Many seniors enjoy life in an assisted living community, which provides a forum for socializing through events, classes, and activities in addition to providing health care and assistance. Residents live in their own homes or apartments within the community to enjoy privacy, dignity, and peace of mind.

 Discover active and enjoyable senior living when you move to San Clemente Villas by the Sea. Our 65+ retirement community features a range of amenities in addition to our flexible levels of assisted living and memory care. Schedule a tour of our community today by calling (949) 485-4028, or click through our website to learn more about luxurious retirement living in Orange County. 

Why Is Drinking Water Regularly Important for the Elderly?

Hydration is an important aspect of senior health. Drinking water daily keeps you in better health and helps you to enjoy the activities you love. With age, feelings of thirst often diminish, so it’s essential to drink water for improved wellbeing even when you aren’t feeling thirsty.

• Water Improves Wellbeing

Drinking enough water daily gives your body the ability to function healthily and comfortably. Adequate water intake can improve symptoms of arthritis and ease other aches and pains, meaning you will be better able to enjoy everyday activities. Water improves your metabolism, helping you to maintain a healthy weight and keep conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes under control.

• Dehydration Is Dangerous

Dehydration can be particularly dangerous for seniors. A lack of water in the body can cause dizziness and confusion, leading to falls that can cause serious injury. Dehydration is also responsible for the worsening of health complications and can lead to toxicity and organ failure if wastes are not flushed from the body. When you don’t drink enough water to support your body’s needs, you will feel lethargic and may even have trouble thinking or concentrating.

• Seniors Have Special Needs

Seniors are at an increased risk for dehydration, so maintaining adequate hydration is essential. Kidney function decreases with age, so your body needs more water to adequately process and eliminate waste. Thirst also decreases in seniors; once you begin to feel thirsty, your body is already severely lacking water. Some daily activities may require more effort than they once did, leading to increased perspiration and the need for replenishment of hydration within the body.

Enjoy healthy and active retirement living in San Clemente Villas by the Sea, where you’ll love our resort-like amenities, including a fitness center, library, pool, and movie theater. You can check out our activities and senior care services by clicking through the information on our website. Call us today at (949) 485-4028 or stop by to take a tour of our model home. 

A Look at Balancing Exercises for Seniors

Age affects your body’s ability to balance, increasing your risk for falls. However, the right exercises can increase your strength and reduce the likelihood of losing your balance or falling while walking.

This video shows you three easy exercises to improve balance and strength. You will learn the front knee lift, the standing kickback, and the hip abduction. Each of these exercises is done using a chair for balance. As you get stronger, increase the number of repetitions you perform to enjoy easier and safer movement every day.

Take advantage of our fitness center at San Clemente Villas by the Sea to maintain a strong, healthy body throughout your retirement. Our staff is trained to offer exercise and wellness services for safe and active senior living. Check us out online or by calling (949) 485-4028 today!