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...
Aging Parents
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...
Kitchen Fire Safety
Over 45% of all house fires are a result of cooking and 94% of all cooking fires happened in the kitchen.
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...
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...
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...
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...
Modify Your Home Today to Age Safe Tomorrow
While many can only dream of the day they’ll retire, for baby boomers, that dream is quickly becoming a reality. By the year 2030, approximately 20 percent of Americans are expected to be age 65 or older, according to the...
Why Do People Fall?
Some of the reasons people fall are: Tripping or slipping due to loss of footing or traction Safety hazards in the home Slow reflexes, which make it hard to keep your balance or move out of the way of a...
