The Best Medicine is Being Active and Fit!
Being active and fit as we get older is a key factor in our overall happiness and wellness. It not only keeps our bodies in shape, but it keeps our mind active as well. One of the biggest myths is...
Author: Age Safe® America
Osteoporosis Day 2016
World Osteoporosis Day is celebrated on every October 20th to raise the global awareness of Osteoporosis and metabolic bone disease. This disease causes bones to become fragile, weak and porous that can easily lead to fractures. Women are more prone...
OMG! I CAN’T FIND MY KEYS
It may be hard to know the difference between age-related changes and the first signs of Alzheimer’s disease. For example, if the person was never good at balancing a checkbook, struggling with this task is probably not a warning sign....
Hearing Awareness Week
During this second week of October, which happens to be Hearing Awareness Week, we are here to remind you to get your annual hearing test. As we age it is so important to keep these standing appointments because the loss...
Fire Prevention Month
October is National Fire Prevention Month. According to the National Fire Protection Association, a house fire happens every 24 seconds on average in the U.S. Here’s 10 simple tips to help avoid fires and reduce the risk of injury: 1) ...
Crime Prevention Tips for Elderly
Crime and the fear of crime create special problems for the elderly. Understanding the nature of the problem and knowing what to do to avoid being a victim of crime can help you. The following crime prevention tips for elderly...
Happy Falls Prevention Day 2016!
The 9th annual Falls Prevention Awareness Day will be observed on Sept. 22, 2016 the first day of fall. The event raises awareness about how to prevent fall-related injuries among older adults. The theme of this year’s event is Ready, Steady, Balance: Prevent...
Age Safe at Home
Fact is one out of three adults age 65 and older falls each year. Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries for older adults and there are more than 2 million nonfatal fall injuries treated for the...
Common Senior Scams
Stay alert to these common senior scams! The Home Repair Scam The Repair Scam can occur both on and offline. Due to loneliness or diminished capacity, the elderly are particularly vulnerable because most seniors live alone and may not be...
National Grandparents Day
National Grandparents day was officially recognized by the US Senate and President Jimmy Carter that the founder of the day was Marian McQuade of Oak Hill West Virginia. They were inspired by her work to educate the youth in her...