Senior Helpers — Arkansas promotes healthy, happy lifestyles

Getting older doesn’t have to mean getting lazy.

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

— Senior Helpers Arkansas knows how to promote healthy and happy lifestyles for seniors, whether it's help in the kitchen preparing meals, assistance moving around the house during the day, or simply motivating an aging family member to get out for an afternoon walk. Senior Helpers is a local care company that provides in-home and companion care services for seniors.

"We were introduced to the Senior Helpers concept through friends," said Dale Clinton, Managing Partner of Senior Helpers Arkansas. "I personally experienced the challenges that adult children face when trying to find workable solutions to the issues associated with aging parents," said Clinton, who lost both of his parents within six weeks of each other. "I felt I had gained a great deal of insight, and could help other families facing the same challenges. We have been fortunate to be able to provide care for individuals from Harrison to Fort Smith and all points in-between."

Since its founding in 2001, Senior Helpers has ballooned to over 300 offices in 41 states.

The franchise provides communities with another choice for in-home care. Caregivers are all trained and certified.

In December 2009, Senior Helpers Arkansas was selected as a provider for Veterans through the Veterans Healthcare System of the Ozarks, an honor that the team at Senior Helpers do not take lightly.

Senior Helpers Arkansas assists local families with the tried and true basics for living fully and well. "It's really very simple," said Clinton, "Being active is the single biggest determinant in maintaining and improving both physical and mental health for seniors.

Regular light to moderate physical activity (walking, gardening, outdoor chores) can reduce the risk of heart disease among seniors by 25 to 36 percent," he added. "And simple exercise can help reduce abnormal blood sugar levels for those at risk for diabetes."

With the first hints of spring, Senior Helpers of Arkansas encourages families with aging loved ones to help them make the most of the warmer weather and to become more active, something Senior Helpers team are trained to introduce and encourage wherever possible.

"Getting older doesn't have to mean getting lazy. We do everything we possibly can to help our clients continue to live a healthy, happy lifestyle."

For more information about Senior Helpers, call 479-246-9000.

News, Pages 24 on 03/09/2011