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Fritzi Goes to Washington for the Aging in America Conference

Fritzi Goes to Washington for the Aging in America Conference

This March our Chief Advocacy Officer, Fritzi Gros-Daillon, MS, CAPS, CSA will be speaking at the Aging in America Conference in our nations capital. From March 20–24, 2016, nearly 3,000 professionals will meet in Washington, D.C. to engage with each...

March 15, 2016

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Stay Active and Prevent Falls

Be aware of where and when you walk In the evenings, walk where there is plenty of light to help you see where you are going. If you see a tree ahead in your path, look for fallen leaves or...

March 9, 2016

Steps For Protecting Yourself Against Falls

Aging Parents Aging-in-Place Fall Prevention Senior Home Safety

Steps For Protecting Yourself Against Falls

• Assess your home to identify fall hazards and make the necessary changes to prevent them. • Ask your physician or pharmacist about the effects of the prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking. Some medications can cause dizziness or...

March 7, 2016

Aging Parents Aging-in-Place Fire Safety Senior Home Safety

Kitchen Fire Safety

Over 45% of all house fires are a result of cooking and 94% of all cooking fires happened in the kitchen.

March 5, 2016

Aging Parents Aging-in-Place Crime Prevention Fall Prevention Senior Home Safety

Let There Be Light!

Some simple home modifications like lighting can make a home more user-friendly and livable for people who have difficulties with vision, strength or getting around. Install new lights (such as motion-sensor flood lights) or increase lighting on exterior...

March 3, 2016

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Fall Prevention and Good Nutrition

March is Nutrition Month and a great opportunity to look at ways that good nutrition contributes to fall prevention in older adults. Athletes are usually careful about what they eat. They want to create and maintain stamina and strength so...

March 2, 2016

Aging-in-Place Fall Prevention Home Based Business Senior Home Safety

Consider This Astounding Statistic:

Of all people who have ever lived past the age of 65 from the beginning of recorded human history, two thirds are alive today. By 2030, the number of seniors will grow to over 75 million people, up from 48...

February 26, 2016

Aging Parents Aging-in-Place Fall Prevention Senior Home Safety

Tips for Fall Prevention

Provide seating at the entrance to the home, so that a person can rest or put down things in their hand. Small icicles that are within easy reach should be removed so that entry to and exit from the home...

February 23, 2016

Keep it Simple. Home Modification for Aging in Place

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Keep it Simple. Home Modification for Aging in Place

The National Association of Home Builders defines Aging in Place as “remaining in one’s home safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age, income or ability level.” Before home modifications can be made, an assessment of the home needs to be...

February 12, 2016

Aging Parents Aging-in-Place Crime Prevention

Crooks Targeting The Elderly

According to the NCOA (National Coalition on Aging), the top 10 scams involving elderly targets are as follows: Health Care/Medicare/Health Insurance Fraud. Example: criminals pose as Medicare or healthcare employees. Counterfeit Prescription Drugs. Example: victims buy prescriptions over the Internet...

February 3, 2016

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Fritzi Goes to Washington for the Aging in America Conference

Stay Active and Prevent Falls

Steps For Protecting Yourself Against Falls

Kitchen Fire Safety

Let There Be Light!

Fall Prevention and Good Nutrition

Consider This Astounding Statistic:

Tips for Fall Prevention

Keep it Simple. Home Modification for Aging in Place

Crooks Targeting The Elderly

Important Home Features All Aging Homebuyers Should Consider

Preventing Falls: Effective Strategies and Exercises for Seniors

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Preventing Falls: Effective Strategies and Exercises for Seniors

What Should You Do if You Think You’ve Been Scammed?

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