Articles - Age Safe America

Daylight Savings Time Homebound Chores

by agesafe | Mar 17, 2020 | Aging Parents, Aging-in-Place, Caregiving, Emergency Preparedness, Fall Prevention, Senior Home Safety

With all the other news, we seem to have missed the switch back to daylight savings time. You may be at home more in the next two weeks so here are some action items to stay busy and stave off boredom! You can even get the kids involved, if they are home from...

2020 Western Regional OT Spring Symposium

by agesafe | Mar 8, 2020 | Aging Parents, Caregiving, Fall Prevention, Senior Home Safety

This weekend Age Safe® America was a proud sponsor of the 2020 Western Regional OT Spring Symposium (WROTSS) in Las Vegas. The symposium is a collaboration of the Occupational Therapy Associations of the states of AZ, ID, NM, NV, HI, CA, and UT for professional...

Are You Prepared for an Emergency?

by agesafe | Feb 20, 2020 | Aging Parents, Aging-in-Place, Emergency Preparedness, Fall Prevention, Senior Home Safety

If emergency officials in your community issued a mandatory evacuation order to get out of the path of a wildfire, hurricane or other natural disaster, are you prepared for an emergency; would you know what to take with you, the evacuation route you would take and...

Help Your Loved Ones Prepare for an Emergency

by agesafe | Jan 28, 2020 | Aging Parents, Caregiving, Emergency Preparedness, Fire Safety, Senior Home Safety

Fires can occur when you least expect it, leaving little time to plan your escape, so the time to prepare for an emergency isn't when your alarm sounds. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), only 32% of American households have actually...

Fritzi Wins NAHB 2019 Educator of the Year Award!

by agesafe | Jan 21, 2020 | Aging Parents, Aging-in-Place, Fall Prevention, Senior Home Safety

Fritzi Gros-Daillon, Director of Education for Age Safe® America traveled to Las Vegas this week to receive the NAHB 2019 Educator of the Year award at the 2020 NAHB International Builders Show®. During the Designation Reception Fritzi said, "Having taught CAPS and...

Factors Contributing to the Risk of Falling

by agesafe | Jan 11, 2020 | Aging Parents, Aging-in-Place, Caregiving, Fall Prevention, Senior Home Safety

Many falls are preventable, but prevention is contingent upon your understanding of the factors placing an individual at risk of falling. Factors contributing to the risk of falling are internal (physical and medical) as well as external (environmental) factors...

Happy New Year 2020!

by agesafe | Dec 31, 2019 | Aging Parents, Aging-in-Place, Fall Prevention, Senior Home Safety

This New Year 2020 we wish everyone the best of Health, Happiness, Prosperity and Joyous Moments this year and always! Welcome 2020 with new hopes, new plans, new projects, new commitments, new inspirations and new attitudes. We have had the honor this last year...

Merry Christmas 2019 and Happy Holidays!

by agesafe | Dec 24, 2019 | Aging Parents, Aging-in-Place, Fall Prevention, Senior Home Safety

'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there; The children were nestled all snug in their beds, While...

Family and Safety Unites Us All

by agesafe | Dec 21, 2019 | Senior Home Safety

During the holiday season, it is common for families to gather to share celebrations and traditions, including meals and gift giving. We are reminded that our time and sharing are among the most important gifts for our older family members whether they live close to...

Avoid Charity Scams During Holidays

by agesafe | Dec 18, 2019 | Aging Parents, Caregiving, Crime Prevention, Senior Home Safety

Charitable giving is a significant part of many people’s lives and budgets and individuals are often eager to give back and lend a helping hand to those in need. Unfortunately, not every organization seeking a donation is exactly what it claims to be. If you're not...