Food is a big part of our lives and as we age our metabolism slows down and certain medications or health conditions can make it harder to digest certain foods. It is often easier to buy convenience meals, especially if living alone. These instant meals can be high in sugar and sodium, which is harmful to those with heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes. Here are some top tips for making cooking simple.
Be prepared
Sitting down and working out which meals you want to eat for the week is a great way to keep mentally active and ensure that you’re eating a healthy diet. It will also make it a lot easier when writing out your shopping list. Once you have your list, you can go shopping! This is the perfect way to get out of the house for some gentle exercise, and is also a great way to socialise. If you need support, then your Unique Senior Care Caregiver will be on hand to help with whatever tasks you may need extra help with.
Get Cooking
Now, it’s time to create something delicious – this can be done daily with your Caregiver. If they only visit a few times a week, then you can meal prep and pop it in the fridge or freezer. This will make it very easy to get yourself a nice, healthy lunch or dinner when your Caregiver isn’t there. Simple cookbooks will help to prep tasty meals and a smoothie will ensure you get your 5 a day!
How we can help
If you feel your loved one could do with some extra care in this area, then we are here to help. As part of Home Help, our Caregivers will easily be able to support you with all aspects of cooking too – from planning out your meals to shopping and then the best bit…cooking! Read our blog “5 Things You Didn’t Know At-Home Care Involves” to learn more about our services.
With a background spanning over two decades in the field of marketing, I have had the privilege of working across diverse industries, ranging from insurance to sports, technology, and health & well-being.
While my previous experience did not directly involve care services, I have acquired a deep understanding of the sector’s needs and challenges through my wife. For the past eight years, she has been dedicated to providing the highest level of support to her clients as a compassionate caregiver.
Witnessing the profound impact that committed caregivers have on their clients’ lives when the opportunity arose to join the esteemed team at Unique Senior Care, it was an easy decision for me to make.
During my free time, you may find me leisurely strolling across fields with a metal detector in hand, eagerly exploring the possibility of unearthing hidden treasures. Alternatively, I love nothing better than making the most of our National Trust membership and cherishing precious moments spent with my family.
I am genuinely thrilled to be a part of the Unique Senior Care team, where I can bring my expertise to the table and share a sincere passion for enhancing the lives of those we serve.
