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Hello and welcome the Elder Care Guide. This
brochure will provide you with basic
information required in relation to health and
safety, nutrition and a safe home setting among
others. Adhering to such regulations will greatly
improve your experience in terms of well-being
and independence.

General Health Tips

- Stay active with daily exercise.

- The healthcare provider should be checking

on you regularly (Varghes et al., 2014).

- Eat lot of fruits and vegetables, as well as a

balanced diet of unrefined grains.

- Drink enough clean and safe water to keep

yourself well-hydrated.

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 Safety at Home
- Ensure you light up your home regularly
in case you fall.

- Provide support using handrails and grab

bars.

- Do away with trip hazard like lose rugs,

clutter.

- Have some first-aid equipment around.

- Remember, don’t be shy to seek

assistance from friends in case you get
stuck.

Nutrition for Elders Balanced Diet “Age is but amount of

- Eat a balanced diet by choosing many Make sure your diet is varied to get all the days that the world has
different types of foods. nutrients in the many different kinds of food.

Eat foods that are rich in fiber but low in

Your body has various requirements that are met experienced you”
by different types of food (Kececi et al., 2012).
saturated fats.

- Watch your portions to stay at a good weight

level.
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Kececi, A., & Bulduk, S. (2012). Health education for the elderly. Geriatrics, 153-177.

Varghes, S. M., & Elangovan, K. (2014). Promotion of Emotional Health among Elderly. INTERNATIONAL EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD, 6(2),

78.