Physical well-being is vital for seniors, especially since their bones get brittle as they age. Seniors suffering from mobility issues or poor balance look for ways to assist them in addressing these problems.

Depending on the severity of pain or ailment, here are a few ideas to help seniors restore their physical functions:

1. Light Exercise - movement doesn't have to be strenuous. A moderate amount should be helpful, like walking at a steady pace for a certain period.

2. Mobility Devices - moving around using assistive devices such as canes or walkers can keep them safer and more independent.

3. Physical Therapy - programs are usually designed to help increase flexibility and endurance, especially when seniors are recovering from illnesses or accidents. Bob and Brad have created a series of free programs designed to treat common therapy problems at home. Click here to find out more.

4. Nursing Homes - medical professionals provide the highest level of care for older adults to improve their overall wellness and quality of life.

• For seniors looking to move into a nursing home, Caring.com created this online directory to navigate the nearby facilities in Minnesota. Click here to learn more.

Caring.com is the leading online destination for those seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones. We offer free expert help to families coping with the many challenges of caring for an aging loved one. To make that journey a little easier, we provide personal, one-on-one guidance with a Family Advisor, thousands of original articles, helpful tools, comprehensive Senior Living and Senior Care directories, and the collective wisdom of an involved community.

Caring.com’s carefully researched and expert-reviewed content includes advice from a team of more than 50 trusted leaders in geriatric medicine, law, finance, housing, and other key areas of healthcare and eldercare. Caring.com’s seasoned management team, editors, and technical staff have decades of experience producing award-winning health and family media. But perhaps more importantly, nearly all of us have firsthand experience as caregivers. We know the role’s practical challenges, as well as its emotional ones, and we’re dedicated to guiding a fast-growing culture of new caregivers through both.

*Update: Caring.com now has a Paying for Senior Care Guide available.