Senior Safety

Signs That It May Be Time to Consider Home Care for an Older Loved One

Ready or not, the holiday season has arrived! As you prepare for family get-togethers, there is something more to take…

6 months ago

Strategies to Recognize AI Imposter Scams Against the Elderly

October is the season for spookiness, but none of Halloween’s haunts can hold a candle to the frightening reality of…

6 months ago

Common Medications That Cause Falls Among Seniors

What comes to mind when you think of fall prevention for older loved ones? Adding more lighting? Eliminating clutter along…

9 months ago

Five Questions to Ask the Pharmacist About a New Prescription

You have just left the doctor’s office with Mom. She is sending over a new prescription to the local pharmacy…

1 year ago

How Can Older Adults Stay Independent When It’s Time to Stop Driving?

It is a discussion no one wants to have with our older parents, but one that will probably be necessary…

1 year ago

Getting Accustomed to a Wheelchair: How to Help Senior Loved Ones

Growing older requires us to adjust to a number of changes. Our kids grow up and leave the nest. We…

2 years ago

Understanding Why Seeing the Doctor Is Important After a Senior Fall

While helping Mom prepare lunch yesterday, she turned around, lost her balance, and started to fall. Fortunately, you were able…

2 years ago

Caregiving from Afar: How a Home Care Agency Can Offer Support

They say distance makes the heart grow fonder, but caregiving for senior parents from afar can cause additional feelings: helplessness,…

3 years ago

Heat-Related Illness Symptoms in Older Adults: Know What to Look for

Throughout the entire long, cold winter, we eagerly anticipated the heat of summer. What a relief to finally throw open…

3 years ago

Look Out for These Clues that Can Increase Falls in the Elderly

Falls in the elderly are an immensely serious threat. Up to one in four seniors will experience a fall, and…

3 years ago

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