Did you know that as of 2015, there were over 40 million licensed senior drivers over the age of 65 on the road? This number represents an increase of 50% from the year 1999. Driving is something that fosters independence in all of us and this is certainly true for older adults as driving affords them the [...]
Let’s talk prevention for a moment. No matter your age or current health status, there are steps you can take to assist you in the prevention of certain diseases and illnesses. How you eat makes a difference. Your activity level certainly lends itself to the prevention of certain ailments. Your mindset and emotional well-being are also important [...]
Loneliness, there is nothing heartbreaking than loneliness. Many senior citizens face this as their years go on. They usually go from a busy house with a loud family, but slowly those sounds begin to fade. Many people find this silence or lack of surrounding activity difficult. This is where having a pet in the home may just [...]
Gertrude Jekyll, horticulturalist extraordinaire and creator of over 400 gardens throughout her lifetime once said, “The lesson I have thoroughly learned, and wish to pass on to others, is to know the enduring happiness that the love of a garden gives.” Doris Day once noted, “…I find beauty in my garden.” There is no doubt about it, [...]
One of the things that make the Florida lifestyle so unique is the many residents who call Brevard County home during the cooler months up North. We certainly experience an influx of people calling Melbourne home for part of the year, many of which have been an integral part of the fabric of Brevard. They have purchased [...]
The holiday season is one that is usually filled with family, friends, and food. This season is one that many look forward to all year long. It can also be a time of extreme stress, especially for homebound seniors and their caregivers. According to Prevention.com, 90% of us actually feel very stressed out during this time. For [...]
It is no secret that many seniors enjoy time in their gardens. From luscious indigenous foliage beds to colorful annuals and perennials or vegetable patches, gardening is something that brings a wealth of happiness and joy to baby boomers and beyond. A meta-analysis conducted by Preventative Medicine Reports found that gardening provides many benefits. This study analyzed [...]
Champion Home Health Care, Brevard County’s premier home health care agency, continues to celebrate seniors at the close of Healthy Aging Month 2017. Do you have a senior in your life who deserves celebrating? Are there people close to you who are over the age of 65? If so, you have reason to celebrate too. There is [...]
Oftentimes, aging goes hand-in-hand with physical challenges. Many seniors experience difficulty walking, arthritis, loss of vision and more. But just because your senior loved one is not as spry as they used to be does not mean they can’t experience some form of vacation, trip or activity this summer! At Champion Home Health Care we pride ourselves [...]
It’s officially spring. Easter is around the corner. Birds are chirping. Dandelions are popping up on lawns. The weather is warm and sunny in Brevard County, Florida. Spring is a great time to get outside and enjoy the beautiful weather, but what if you still feel lethargic like a hibernating bear? Champion Home Health Care, your full-spectrum [...]
