There’s a lot that goes into keeping senior vision healthy, and some of that occurs well before they become older adults. But it’s never too late to protect senior vision and veterans care providers can help. Making some of these tips a part of their regular routine helps aging adults hang onto good vision for as long as possible.
Wear Sun Protection
Ultraviolet radiation can do a lot of damage to skin, but also to the eyes. Wearing wide-brimmed hats and sunglasses that block UVA and UVB rays is an important addition to outdoor wear. They both shield eyes from sun rays and help to reduce damage. Look for both hats and glasses that are comfortable and easy to wear. Keeping these items near doors can serve as a visual reminder for seniors to wear them regularly.
Limit Screen Time
There are debates about the blue light from screens and whether they can cause damage or not, but strain from looking at screens for too long is definitely an issue. Taking a break every 15 to 20 minutes or so and looking at something farther away lets the muscles in the eyes relax. Home care providers can help seniors remember to take frequent breaks.
Make Good Dietary Choices
Another way veterans care providers can help aging adults with their vision health is by making them healthy meals and snacks. Foods that are higher in vitamins C, E, and A are especially helpful for eye health. A balanced diet can make it easier for seniors to stay healthier overall, and having help with meal preparation makes a big difference in consistently eating healthier.
Manage Health Issues Well
Health conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes can impact eye health and vision. The small blood vessels in the eye are especially vulnerable to changes in blood pressure and glucose levels. Making choices that support good health in general can help, but seniors also need to follow their doctors’ recommendations. Veterans care providers can help them to stay on target with their goals involving better health.
Get Physically Active
If their doctors recommend exercise, that can significantly help vision health as well. Finding exercise that seniors enjoy helps them to stick with the plan for the long run. In order to support good eye health, consistency makes a big difference. Elder care providers can help seniors to put routines in place that make it easier to stick to exercise routines while also getting everything else done that seniors want to do.
There’s more that goes into helping seniors protect their eye health, of course. But starting out with a solid plan allows aging adults to get the basics under control before they add other routines and solutions. Veterans care providers can be there to offer the support that seniors need with eye health and all sorts of other challenges related to aging in place. With their help, seniors are in a better position to stay in their own homes for as long as they would like.
If you or an aging loved one are considering Veterans Care in North Las Vegas, NV, please contact the caring staff at Compassion Crest Home Care today at (702) 385-0920
Compassion Crest Home Care is a Trusted Home Care Agency serving Las Vegas, NV, and the surrounding areas.
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