Gold Crest Care Center, a well-respected Bronx nursing home, is letting seniors know the benefits of spring cleaning their homes.
BRONX, N.Y., March 20, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Deep cleaning is more than just an annual ritual — for seniors, it can improve safety at home and give a boost to health.
Spring cleaning can reduce indoor allergens and toxins, and it can increase energy and positive feelings, notes Dr. Owen Golden, Gold Crest Care Center's medical director. Taking the time to thoroughly clean personal spaces provides a calming effect and a sense of empowerment, he adds. Dr. Golden offers the following tips for seniors considering spring cleaning:
Don't Do it Alone
A complete home cleaning can be intimidating for seniors, who may feel that poor eyesight or other health conditions could put their safety at risk. Dr. Golden advises getting friends and family involved to assist with chores that might prove difficult for a senior. The event can be turned into a party complete with pizza, or the senior can treat the family to a meal later.
Take The Opportunity to Downsize
In addition to eliminating a year's worth of dust and grime, spring cleaning is a time to get organized. For seniors planning to move to a senior living residence, spring cleaning can be a time to sort through belongings to determine what can be donated or recycled. Reducing clutter makes the living space safer and more enjoyable, and it makes a move much easier when the time comes.
Reduce Hazards
Spring cleaning can significantly improve safety for a senior by removing hazards that could cause a fall. Clutter in doorways, walkways and on the floor is dangerous for seniors. In addition, deep cleaning should include any surfaces that could be slippery.
At Bronx rehabilitation center Gold Crest Care Center, guests enjoy amenities including private baths, flat-screen TVs, in-house laundry, pharmacy, barber and beauty salon, and more. Friends and family can come for a visit in the sunlit day rooms or enjoy the view of a lush garden from the scenic backyard patio.
Additional information about Gold Crest Care Center can be found at http://www.goldcrestcc.com/. The facility may also be contacted by phone at 718-882-6400, via email at admissions@goldcrestcc.com, or through the contact form on its website.
Additional Contact Info:
Website: http://www.goldcrestcc.com/
Phone: (718) 882-6400
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoldCrestCareCenter
Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoldCrestCare
Media Contact:
Mark Salamon, LNHA
Gold Crest Care Center
2316 Bruner Ave Bronx, NY 10469
Phone: (718) 882-6400 x 217
Fax: (718) 228-2511