We all love to spend time in the sun, and that’s no different for those in senior care. Newbury Park, CA families love how much sun shines here in southern California, and we know what an impact it has on everything we do. In fact, for so many people, the sunshine is a big reason they move to the area and choose to stay. It influences our activities at the beach, in the parks, going to the zoo, attending sporting events, and the many events at our own, or our local pool. All of the fun times in the sun are part of life for residents of southern California.
But our appreciation for the sunshine and the many activities it makes possible can change as we age. Those who find they need senior assisted living, or are seeking elderly care near Newbury Park, CA need to consider lots of things.
Many Benefits of Sunlight for Those in Senior Care
One of the things we need to consider is recreation. Different types of recreation can have different impacts on our loved ones, so we need to be careful in what we look for. But fortunately, these concerns about what is or is not a healthy or appropriate recreational activity doesn’t mean staying out of the sunshine — after all, the sunshine is part of what makes Newbury Park, CA, and its surroundings so desirable. Rather than being a concern, there are a number of benefits to the health of those in senior care to soaking in some sun.
One benefit is that the sun improves one’s mental well-being. A condition called “SAD,” or “Seasonal Affective Disorder,” is a form of depression that can result from not getting enough sunlight and activity in the outdoors. Any amount of depression can negatively affect our health overall, but a regular walk, light gardening activities, events just sitting for a time on a sunny porch, or other outdoor activities can help reduce SAD.
Another benefit is an increase in your body’s synthesis of vitamin D. Vitamin D boosts the immune system and is therefore very important for our overall health. One big danger it helps keep away is osteoporosis — which can cause such big problems for those in residential assisted living. Newbury Park, CA seniors have many opportunities to take advantage of this benefit!
And of course, going out and being active increases our chances of meeting other great people, or improving already-existing friendships — and that is a good thing for everyone involved.
There Is An Excellent Residential Care Agency Near Me
So are you looking for an elderly caregiver near me? Newbury Park, CA, has a Home Instead franchise, with CAREGivers who know how to find great outdoor activities for your loved one! To find out how the compassionate, local team of screened, trained, licensed, and bonded CAREGivers of Home Instead can help your loved one, call (805) 429-9789 today, or contact us online.
