Getting outside presents great health benefits for elderly care. Oxnard, CA seniors benefit from living in one of the most pleasant regions of the USA. Southern California enjoys some of the most beautiful — and predictable — weather.
The endless string of warm days, clear skies, little or no rain, and zero hurricanes or other major weather disasters makes this region perfect for senior care services. Oxnard, CA also provides seniors with lots of opportunities for staying active outside. A competent elderly assisted living service near Oxnard, CA would know how to put together a plan tailored to each client’s abilities, preferences, and needs.
Oxnard has just such a residential assisted living provider: Home Instead. The compassionate CAREGIvers of Home Instead are trained, licensed, and bonded, and they know the Oxnard area because they live right here.
Also, being excellent at senior care services near Oxnard, CA, they know all about the benefits — and the potential pitfalls — of spending time outside.
The important thing is to find the good activities that don’t expose the client to potential dangers of excessive sunlight or heat. So, let’s look at some of the benefits of getting outside and getting active.
First, getting outside can be a boon for mental health. It may be as simple as a change of scenery. Or it may be due to a breath of fresh air. It may be the boost of the sunlight or seeing other people. But for whatever reason, mental health nearly always improves with a journey out of doors.
Another benefit comes from just being active. Activities, of course, need to be tailored to the client’s abilities and preferences. The activity could be as simple as a walk. Other options could include mini golf, swimming, shuffleboard, bocce or yard bowling, or other low-impact outdoor activity. No matter how you look at it, physical activity brings many overall health benefits.
A third benefit is the boost in vitamin D. We absorb Vitamin D from the sun, and Vitamin D greatly aids the immune system and contributes to overall health.
Now, the trained, licensed, bonded, compassionate CAREGivers for seniors at Home Instead are also aware of the potential dangers of too much sun exposure. They also know that “too much” varies by person. Even something as simple as a minor sunburn can be too much for some seniors.
Or much worse, excessive sun exposure can lead to skin cancer.
But the CAREGivers of Home Instead know these dangers and are prepared to mitigate the risk. Strong sunscreens, wide-brimmed hats, loose-fitting clothing that covers the arms and legs, and, of course, seeking the shade, are some of the strategies.
So, call today for a virtual or in-home assessment to see how Home Instead can help. Call today at 805-370-0303 to set up an appointment!
