{"id":17489,"date":"2025-04-20T07:44:55","date_gmt":"2025-04-20T07:44:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmontoneast\/?p=17489"},"modified":"2025-04-30T08:04:49","modified_gmt":"2025-04-30T08:04:49","slug":"how-seniors-combat-insomnia-edmonton-ab","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/resources\/how-seniors-combat-insomnia-edmonton-ab\/","title":{"rendered":"Sleep Soundly: How Seniors Can Combat Insomnia and Improve Rest in Edmonton, AB"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Getting a good night\u2019s sleep is essential for overall health, but as we age, it can become more difficult.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many seniors struggle with <a href=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/resources\/senior-health-fighting-back-against-poor-sleep\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">insomnia<\/a> due to changes in sleep patterns, medical conditions, or side effects from medications. Poor sleep can lead to fatigue, mood changes, weakened immune function, and an increased risk of falls. The <a href=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcare.com\/resources\/strategies-for-helping-seniors-safely-age-in-place\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">good news<\/a> is that there are ways to improve sleep quality and establish healthy sleep habits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_36 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/resources\/how-seniors-combat-insomnia-edmonton-ab\/#Maintain_a_Consistent_Sleep_Schedule\" title=\"Maintain a Consistent Sleep Schedule\">Maintain a Consistent Sleep Schedule<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/resources\/how-seniors-combat-insomnia-edmonton-ab\/#Create_a_Sleep-Friendly_Environment\" title=\"Create a Sleep-Friendly Environment\">Create a Sleep-Friendly Environment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/resources\/how-seniors-combat-insomnia-edmonton-ab\/#Watch_What_You_Eat_and_Drink\" title=\"Watch What You Eat and Drink\">Watch What You Eat and Drink<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/resources\/how-seniors-combat-insomnia-edmonton-ab\/#Stay_Active_During_the_Day\" title=\"Stay Active During the Day\">Stay Active During the Day<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/resources\/how-seniors-combat-insomnia-edmonton-ab\/#Manage_Stress_and_Anxiety\" title=\"Manage Stress and Anxiety\">Manage Stress and Anxiety<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/resources\/how-seniors-combat-insomnia-edmonton-ab\/#Review_Medications_With_a_Doctor\" title=\"Review Medications With a Doctor\">Review Medications With a Doctor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/resources\/how-seniors-combat-insomnia-edmonton-ab\/#Consider_the_Benefits_of_In-Home_Care_in_Edmonton_AB\" title=\"Consider the Benefits of In-Home Care in Edmonton, AB\">Consider the Benefits of In-Home Care in Edmonton, AB<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maintain_a_Consistent_Sleep_Schedule\"><\/span>Maintain a Consistent Sleep Schedule<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Going to bed and waking up at the same time every day, even on weekends, helps regulate the body\u2019s internal clock. A predictable sleep routine makes it easier to fall asleep and wake up feeling rested. Establishing a calming bedtime ritual, such as reading, listening to soothing music, or practicing deep breathing exercises, can signal to the brain that it is time for sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"569\" src=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2025\/04\/431-1024x569.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17492\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2025\/04\/431-1024x569.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2025\/04\/431-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2025\/04\/431-768x427.jpg 768w, https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2025\/04\/431.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Create_a_Sleep-Friendly_Environment\"><\/span>Create a Sleep-Friendly Environment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A comfortable and quiet bedroom can make a significant difference in sleep quality. Keeping the room dark, cool, and free of noise can minimize disruptions. Blackout curtains, white noise machines, and comfortable bedding can help create an ideal sleep space. Avoiding bright screens from TVs, tablets, and phones before bed can also prevent sleep disturbances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Watch_What_You_Eat_and_Drink\"><\/span>Watch What You Eat and Drink<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Caffeine, found in coffee, tea, chocolate, and some medications, can linger in the body for hours and make it difficult to fall asleep. Alcohol, while it may cause drowsiness initially, can disrupt sleep later in the night. Heavy or spicy meals close to bedtime may lead to indigestion, making it harder to rest. Opting for a light, healthy evening snack and staying hydrated throughout the day can promote better sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stay_Active_During_the_Day\"><\/span>Stay Active During the Day<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In Edmonton, regular physical activity supports <a href=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcare.com\/resources\/why-do-old-people-sleep-so-much\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">better sleep<\/a> by helping regulate energy levels and reducing stress. Walking, swimming, or engaging in light stretching can make it easier to fall asleep at night. However, intense exercise too close to bedtime may be overstimulating, so it\u2019s best to engage in physical activity earlier in the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"569\" src=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2025\/04\/435-1024x569.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17496\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2025\/04\/435-1024x569.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2025\/04\/435-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2025\/04\/435-768x427.jpg 768w, https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2025\/04\/435.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Manage_Stress_and_Anxiety\"><\/span>Manage Stress and Anxiety<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Stress and anxiety can keep the mind racing at night, making it difficult to relax. Relaxation techniques such as deep breathing exercises, warm baths, meditation, or gentle yoga can help calm the nervous system. Engaging in activities that bring joy and fulfillment, such as hobbies, socializing, or listening to soothing music, can also reduce stress and promote relaxation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Review_Medications_With_a_Doctor\"><\/span>Review Medications With a Doctor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some medications may interfere with sleep by causing restlessness, drowsiness at the wrong times, or frequent nighttime waking. If medication side effects are affecting sleep, consulting with a doctor about possible alternatives or adjustments may be beneficial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"569\" src=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2025\/04\/430-1024x569.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17491\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2025\/04\/430-1024x569.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2025\/04\/430-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2025\/04\/430-768x427.jpg 768w, https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/142\/2025\/04\/430.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consider_the_Benefits_of_In-Home_Care_in_Edmonton_AB\"><\/span>Consider the Benefits of In-Home Care in Edmonton, AB<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For seniors who experience anxiety, loneliness, or difficulty managing daily routines, an in-home caregiver can provide valuable support. Assistance with evening routines, medication reminders, and companionship can create a sense of stability and comfort, making it easier to relax and sleep better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Always Best Care of Edmonton, we understand the challenges that come with aging, including sleep difficulties. Our compassionate caregivers can help establish a calming nighttime routine, assist with daily activities, and provide companionship to reduce stress and promote relaxation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you or a loved one is struggling with insomnia and needs extra support, we are here to help. <a href=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Contact Always Best Care of Edmonton<\/a> at <a href=\"tel:(587) 407-1366\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(587) 407-1366<\/a> to schedule a care consultation and learn how our <a href=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/in-home-care\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">in-home care services<\/a> can improve your quality of life. A restful night\u2019s sleep is just a call away.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn effective strategies to help seniors in Edmonton, AB, overcome insomnia and improve their sleep quality for better health and well-being.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":19,"featured_media":17490,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"content-type":"","inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[166],"tags":[289,290,291,292,293],"class_list":["post-17489","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tips"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17489","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/19"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17489"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17489\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":17499,"href":"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17489\/revisions\/17499"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/17490"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17489"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=17489"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/edmonton\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=17489"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}