Comfort Keepers Los Lunas

11/26/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us!

This is the time of year to celebrate the moments that matter — warm meals, shared stories, and time spent with the people who make life meaningful.

If you're celebrating with family, friends, or caregivers, we hope your day is filled with comfort, connection, and joy.

We’re grateful for the seniors we serve and the families who trust us to care for the people they love.

11/25/2025

5 Indoor Activities to Keep Seniors Active This Winter ❄️

When cold or snowy weather keeps you indoors, staying engaged is key to overall well-being. At Comfort Keepers, we help seniors stay active, connected, and uplifted—right at home.

Here are five safe indoor activities we love to support:

Gentle Chair Exercises: Light stretching and guided movements improve circulation and mobility without added strain.
Puzzles & Brain Games: Crosswords, jigsaws, and card games keep the mind sharp and make the day more enjoyable.
Music & Memory Moments: Listening to favorite songs or creating simple playlists can boost mood and spark meaningful memories.
Creative Crafts: Knitting, coloring, or small DIY projects keep hands busy and inspire creativity.
Indoor Gardening: Tending to potted plants or herbs brings joy and purpose—no outdoor weather required.

Comfort Keepers is here to bring comfort, companionship, and joyful moments all season long

11/21/2025

Holiday Travel Doesn’t Pause Caregiving. Respite Care Helps You Breathe.

1️⃣The holidays add pressure. Travel, events, family logistics—it all stacks up fast.
2️⃣Caregivers rarely get a real break, and the season makes that worse.
3️⃣Respite care gives you protected time to rest, travel, or recharge while your loved one stays safe, supported, and comfortable at home.
4️⃣A trained caregiver steps in temporarily—whether for a few hours, a full day, or several days during holiday travel.
5️⃣Seniors benefit too: consistent routines, social engagement, medication support, and a calm environment while family is away.
6️⃣You return refreshed instead of burned out. Your loved one gets attentive care instead of rushed holiday chaos.

✔️You recharge. They stay safe and supported. Everyone wins.

Need breathing room this holiday season❓

Ask about us about short-term respite care options today.

11/18/2025

🧓💡 Are you truly ready for the costs and realities of aging?

Aging isn’t just about retirement — it’s about potential health decline, loss of independence, and skyrocketing long-term care costs.

Most adults underestimate how complex and expensive getting older can be (in-home care, assisted-living, nursing homes) — and assume Medicare will cover more than it does.

The good news? You can start planning NOW to avoid being surprised later.

👉 If you’re serious about aging with dignity and financial security, here are three concrete steps:

1️⃣Map out your potential future care needs and costs (home modifications, in-home help, assisted living).
2️⃣Clarify who will handle your finances and health decisions if you can’t — set up a power of attorney and talk to your family.
3️⃣Start adjusting your savings strategy today — health + care costs add up fast.

🔁 Share this with friends or family — because “I’ll deal with it later” is no longer safe when it comes to our later years.

11/14/2025

👀 Did you ever notice older adults looking away at gatherings — and wonder why?

New insights show it may not be what you think.

📌 Recent studies suggest that many older people deliberately avoid eye contact at community events because they sense a higher risk of being targeted by scams! 👿 When you understand that, you can begin building safer, more inclusive environments where seniors feel confident engaging.

There are also other reasons why seniors may want to avoid engagement in public settings, such as:

💠Anxiety in Crowded Environments - large gatherings can be overwhelming for seniors with mobility or health issues
💠Decline in self-confidence due to aging, hearing/vision loss or changes in appearance
💠Protecting Privacy: In many cultures making eye contact can often mean engaging in conversations which may include questions about finances, family or health. Many people prefer to avoid these subjects and seniors are no exception.

If you host or attend events with older adults, here are two simple actions to make a difference:

1️⃣Make yourself clearly identifiable (name badge, friendly greeting) so you’re a trusted face.
2️⃣Offer quiet corners or one-on-one conversations — less noise and fewer cues that can trigger discomfort.

Let’s make community events not just inclusive, but comfortable for every generation.

11/12/2025

To every veteran who served — thank you.

11/06/2025

Honoring the ones that keep it together - in more ways than one!

It's National Family Caregivers Month ❣️

Remember:

You are not supposed to be perfect.

You are not supposed to “power through” every day.

You are not supposed to feel guilty for being tired.

1️⃣Step back.
2️⃣Take 10 minutes today:
3️⃣Drink water
4️⃣ Breathe slowly and enjoy some quiet time
5️⃣Say one kind sentence TO yourself ➡️ “I’m doing my best. My best matters.”

Caregiving is heavy on the body AND the mind.

Rest is not selfish — it’s maintenance.

You are allowed to pause. You are allowed to refill. You are allowed to be human.

11/04/2025

, let’s give credit where it’s due. 💙

Caregivers aren’t a “type” of person — they come from every background, every career, every neighborhood.

Let's recognize everything that’s wonderful about this work and the people who perform and benefit from it.

10/30/2025

👵👴 Good news for seniors & tech: A recent study found that older adults who use smartphones, tablets, or computers are more socially engaged than those who don’t.

📱 Why this matters: Increased tech use means more connection — chatting, sharing, staying involved — which helps fight isolation.

💡 Try this: Help a senior in your life set up one new app or device this week. Even a simple video chat or photo-sharing app can make a big difference.

🌟 Let’s help our older loved ones stay active, social & plugged-in.

10/28/2025

10/23/2025

Your health. Your control.

This wraps up our series on simple habits that make a big difference.

You don’t need a new diet or a miracle supplement — just stop the small, daily choices that quietly sabotage your health:

✅ Hidden sugars and sodium in “healthy” foods
✅ Too much sitting, too little movement
✅ Living on coffee and stress instead of rest and water
✅ Relying on supplements instead of balanced meals

Small changes → big impact.

Start with one. Fix it this week. Then another.

That’s how real, lasting health is built — one decision at a time.

10/21/2025

Lifestyle Blunders (Part 3)

Hidden or Surprising Mistakes

The sneaky health killers you don’t see coming.

🧂 Salt creep
🍸 Social drinking that adds up
💊 Relying on supplements over real food

Small, daily choices compound quietly. Awareness = control.

🤔Which one surprised you most?