Throughout the entire long, cold winter, we eagerly anticipated the heat of summer. What a relief to finally throw open the windows and let the …Read More
Category: Senior Safety
Look Out for These Clues that Can Increase Falls in the Elderly
February 26, 2021
Falls in the elderly are an immensely serious threat. Up to one in four seniors will experience a fall, and after falling, the risk of …Read More
Helping to Manage Urinary Incontinence in Seniors
September 18, 2020
While not unusual in older adults, urinary incontinence is a challenging condition to handle, impacting daily life in lots of ways and often leading to …Read More
Transitional Home Care Services: Help Seniors Returning Home After a Hospital Stay
August 28, 2020
Following a medical procedure or hospitalization, the words we look forward to hearing most are, “Here are your discharge papers – you’re free to go …Read More
Alzheimer’s Safety at Home: Modification Tips to Create a Dementia-Friendly Space
August 21, 2020
The day-to-day challenges of providing care for a loved one with Alzheimer’s are continually evolving. Today, the difficulty might be frustration with the lack of …Read More
Dehydration in Seniors: Don’t Overlook This Health Risk
July 10, 2020
During the warmest time of year, maintaining correct hydration is essential, particularly for older adults. In fact, close to 1/2 of all older adults are …Read More
Tips on Summer Safety for Older Adults
June 26, 2020
The longer days of summer mean additional time for swimming, family cookouts, gardening, and all of those other wonderful seasonal pursuits. Yet it also means …Read More
Senior Safety Tips for Driving
June 19, 2020
Do you remember that feeling as a teen when you first climbed behind the steering wheel, that great exhilaration of being in a position to …Read More
Home Alteration Tips to Keep Seniors Safe While Aging in Place
April 24, 2020
With the majority of seniors deciding to continue to live at home during aging, it’s necessary to execute a comprehensive home assessment to locate and …Read More
Head Injuries in Older Adults Are a Growing Concern
April 10, 2020
Whenever you think about a traumatic brain injury (TBI), your initial thought is likely to be a sports-related accident, such as a football player crashing …Read More