Are Your Best Days Still Ahead of You?
Thu, Oct 6th, 2022
Many people dread getting older but it all comes down to your point of view. Just because you are getting older doesn't mean your best days are behind you, in fact, many people find that their later years are some of the most fulfilling and enjoyable.
The kids are grown and starting their own lives, you don't have to go into work every day and you now have the freedom to do the things you enjoy the most.
Use These Tips to Help Make the Most of Your Retirement Years
Stay Active and Engaged
One of the best things you can do for your health is to stay active and engaged in life. Spend time with friends, join a group or even take a class. Even if your mobility is limited, get out there and enjoy life! Use a power wheelchair or scooter to help you get around easily and keep up with your family and friends.
Eat a Healthy Diet
As you age, it becomes even more important to eat a healthy diet. This will help you maintain your independence and vitality. Making healthy homemade meals is a great way to stay healthy. Take a cooking class with your spouse or friends. Look online for new healthy recipes and give them a try.
If you avoid cooking because navigating through your kitchen has become more difficult, your kitchen can be modified to be more accessible including countertops that can be raised and lowered, an accessible oven, an accessible sink and cabinets plus handrails, ramps, and/or other hardware as needed to get you through the room with ease.
Make Your Home Comfortable and Safe
As we age, walking up and down stairs can be more of a challenge, stepping in and out of the shower or bathtub can feel less safe. Retirement is the perfect time to focus on making your home a comfortable and safe haven. This includes a stairlift to go up and down the stairs and grab bars to avoid slipping in the bathroom.
Bell House Medical
Whether it’s the kitchen, bathroom, stairs or any other room in your home, Bell House Medical can provide the necessary modifications to make your home more comfortable and safer so you can have the obstacles removed that interfere with you making the most out of your golden years!