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...
Aging Parents
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...
Remodeling tips for modern multi-generational families
Parents, grandparents and children all living happily together under one roof — it’s an iconic American image you may associate with “the good old days.” In reality, more Americans are now living in multi-generational households than at any time in...
September is National Falls Prevention Month
September is National Falls Prevention Month and we will be bombarded with information about fall prevention and the scary statistics of fall risk among older Americans. At Age Safe America we know the harsh reality that a fall changes everything!...
Happy Labor Day 2016!
Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the...