A New Year & Heart Health

Every new year, Americans are made aware that it’s a good time to be aware of the symptoms of a heart attack, adopt a healthy diet, or stop bad habits, all to help avoid heartdisease, the leading cause of death in the United States. Some of us make a true effort to change lifestyles, for others, it never really takes hold.  And while a cardiac event can temporarily slow a person of any age, it is particularly limiting for older adults.

Differences in activity level for those with and without heart disease are substantial. Adults with heart disease are much more likely to have difficulties with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, walking, etc.  A task as simple as walking out to get the mail, can become challenging for a person affected by heart disease.  Among those with coronary heart disease, about one-third of those age 51 to 61 and about half of those age 70 and older have difficulty with one or more of these activities, or what’s commonly referred to as ADLs.

We strive to help people remain in their homes by assisting them in a safe and compassionate way. If you know someone who is limited in their activity because of a cardiac event, or any illness, give us a call.

Bringing useful news to educate our clients is one more way that Home Helpers has been making life easier for over a decade.  Call us today at 704-909-7958.  And as always, you can find us on our website,  Facebook and Google+!