Visiting Angels of Toms River, New Jersey has long been known for its holistic approach to elderly care and home care service. For them, it’s not just about maintaining independent living; it’s also about maintaining quality of life. While gardening may not seem like ‘what the doctor ordered,’ the experts at Visiting Angels insist on its surprising benefits for seniors.

• It’s Social! Gardening is a great group activity. What better place to enjoy the company of your neighbors, friends, and family? One of the major problems cited in geriatric care is a feeling of isolation. Engaging in gardening projects with friends staves that off in a fun, meaningful way.
• It’s Active! Studies show that doing two and a half hours a week of gardening can reduce the risk of multiple health issues just because it’s keeping you active and physical. You’d be surprised at how much of a workout pulling weeds and lifting bags of soil can be!
• It’s Outdoors! This may seem obvious, but being outside can have amazing benefits beyond fresh air. Besides getting Vitamin D from the sunshine, being outside can improve your mood, relieve stress, and have an almost meditative effect on your mind.
• It’s Fresh! When gardening, the fruits of your labor are often just that: fruits! Eating the fruits and vegetables grown in your own garden is not only rewarding, but it’s also incredibly nutritious. Eating fresh can reduce your risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, fatigue, and more.

For all your home care needs, Visiting Angels has the professionalism, expertise, and support you can trust. They seek to protect and foster independent living. To find out more, call (732) 240-1050 or visit their website today.