The seniors in our lives are often people who are very important to us; whether they are our parents, grandparents, or friends, their health is just as important as ours. Senior health encompasses a lot of different services.
Emotional support services, treating the physical ailments that come with aging, and providing a stimulating yet safe environment for the elderly population are just a few of the options that are sought out by those in need of some extra care.
Keeping our seniors healthy is a sign of love from a strong community. Here in Omaha, some of the community’s strength comes from the prolific amount of businesses that would be happy to help keep our seniors safe, happy, and healthy.
Old age comes with many challenges. These issues are seen daily at OsteoStrong: balance issues and fall risk, which are one of the biggest causes of injury and loss of independence in seniors; muscle weakness and impaired body position and movement; age related muscle loss, also known as sarcopenia; joint pain and exercise intolerance; postural decline; reduces functional independence, and osteopenia and osteoporosis, which are low bone density and low bone mass respectively. Older adults are at a much greater risk for these challenges than other populations.
Luckily, all of these common conditions can be treated at OsteoStrong. They address several of the underlying physical declines associated with aging: particularly bone loss, muscle weakness, instability, reduced balance, joint pain, posture, core strength and loss of functional confidence.
One of the main goals at OsteoStrong is to help people live the remainder of their days without physical limitations. Everyone wants to keep enjoying the things they love to do, and with the help of OsteoStrong’s four proprietary machines and their clients’ ability to participate once weekly for a short 10 to 15 minute session, this can be accomplished. The process isn’t hard. But like anything worth doing, it takes dedication and certain level of commitment to show up once a week. The results are measurable and OsteoStrong sees results daily.
Caretech supports both the daily care and emotional well-being of seniors in the comfort of their own home. They help with personal care, meal support, mobility, light housekeeping, and safe routines. They also provide companionship, conversation, and consistent support so seniors feel less alone and more connected.
A recent senior health trend that the team at Caretech has noticed is more focus on whole-person care for elderly individuals. Senior health is not only about physical needs; families are also watching for loneliness, memory changes, fall risks, poor nutrition, and signs of caregiver burnout. Caretech takes all of these potential changes into account during care so that seniors can continue to live with a healthy mind and body. Their goal is to help seniors stay safe, engaged, and independent at home for as long as possible.
All aspects of senior health remain extremely important to Caretech as they practice whole-person care by spreading positivity among their clients and caregivers.
Brookstone Meadows has a unique approach to senior health. The 55 and over independent living community is able to offer aging adults both short term and long term care depending on their needs. A short term stay for patients at Brookstone Meadows is designed for residents who have had a brief health concern, such as a fall, and need rehabilitation to smoothly transition back into life. Brookstone Meadows places a particular importance on discharge by providing discharge planning to their patients – their goal is to see a successful and healthy life for the seniors after they leave.
Skilled Nursing Care or Long-Term Care at Brookstone Meadows has 24-hour staffing and three different types of care to ensure the senior’s health: medical care, for medications, examinations, and treatments; nursing and rehabilitative care, for post-hospital situations or various kinds of therapy such as occupational or speech therapy; and personal care, which consists of assistance with daily activities such as bathing, walking, or getting out of bed.
Whatever the needs of your senior, Brookstone Meadows has plenty of high quality care options that are centered around the lifestyle of the individual.
The matriarchs and patriarchs of our families hold a special place in our lives and in our hearts. Moving a cherished family member out of their home, bringing help into their home, or having difficult conversations about their health are major milestones and turning points for everyone involved.
These changes can feel difficult and uncertain. But despite the doubt, worry, or heartbreak you may be experiencing, the care Omaha businesses provide to seniors is unmatched. Whether it’s making a transition easier, fostering care and community in senior living communities, or helping families reflect on health needs and positive changes that can be made, Omaha is an exceptional place to navigate this transition. Here, seniors can be cared for, celebrated and appreciated for as long as possible.