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
Tag: Senior Safety
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
Hearing Loss Due to Aging: Signs, Causes, and How to Cope
April 17, 2020
Isolated. Misunderstood. Excluded. These are just a few of the many emotions which are common in those with hearing loss, who struggle to continue to …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
March Is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Awareness Month
March 13, 2020
Feelings of exhaustion can seem to be a common occurrence for many of us. The alarm goes off too early, the demands of everyday life …Read More
National Bath Safety Month: Tips for Seniors to Reduce Fall Hazards
January 30, 2020
While you might consider your bathroom to be a safe sanctuary to relax and unwind with a soothing bath or invigorating shower following an extended …Read More