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SENIOR RESOURCES

energy and memory. Long walks and issues. Having corrected vision can The staff at Essential Home Health
short strolls can keep seniors healthier reduce your chance of falling. has made helping and caring for
longer. Exercise helps reduce chronic others in the community an everyday
pain. It improves the quality of sleep. Visit the dentist every six months. practice—a virtue passed down by
It improves flexibility, balance, and Many dental infections can be linked owner, Josie Alvarado, RN, BSN.
good posture. Exercise also adds to serious health conditions, such as Josie’s career has always involved
years to your life. If you have not diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. caring for others. As one of the
been exercising before, it’s never too members of the first graduation class
late to start. Socialize. No matter someone’s of Texas Tech University School of
age, connecting with others is Nursing, her long career has given
Exercise your brain. While physical an important element to overall her the knowledge and experience to
exercise helps keep your brain alert, health. This is especially true in effectively and compassionately run a
activities like word games, crossword retirement, since many people’s social successful home health agency. Josie
puzzles, reading and writing, and interactions are primarily through and her husband, Raul Alvarado,
trying new hobbies can keep your their job. Staying connected with also own and operate Absolute Home
brain strong. others is critical in maintaining health Medical, which offers a full range
and happiness. As we’re practicing of durable medical equipment. At
Have healthy eating habits. It is social distancing, write a card, make Essential Home Health and Absolute
important to have a diet that is higher a phone or video call, or schedule Home Medical, we strive to offer
in fiber, vegetables, fruits, whole a virtual game night with friends. quality patient–centered services and
grains, and lean protein (meat). These When possible, plan outings with programs in collaboration with your
foods will keep you energetic while your friends. If your social circle health care provider.
aiding your slower digestion. Be sure is small, consider joining social
to drink adequate water and fluid to groups to find new friends and new
avoid dehydration. connections. Spend time with family
and friends so that you will continue Visit our website at
Screen for vision changes. Seniors to be connected. Socialization with www.esshomehealth.com
who wear glasses should have their people you care about and who care
prescriptions checked every year and about you is the best medicine at all
have their eyes screened for health ages.

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