Are The Seniors in Your Life Safe?
If you have a senior living with you or you care for a senior who still lives in their own home, there are important safety threats you need to know about! Have you checked their living space for safety hazards?...
Aging Parents
Seniors and Identity Theft
Identity theft has become a significant crime in today’s society. It can take various forms, including complete use of an another individual’s personal information as one’s own, use of a credit card for unauthorized purchases, or use of someone else’s...
Go4Life
Go4Life is a new national exercise campaign aimed at people over 50. This group includes baby boomers and their parents. The goal is to make physical activity a cornerstone of healthy aging, for a simple reason. Being physically active is...
Signs Your Parent Needs Help at Home
Spoiled food that doesn’t get thrown away Missing important appointments Unexplained bruising Trouble getting up from a seated position Difficulty with walking, balance and mobility Uncertainty and confusion when performing once-familiar tasks Forgetfulness Unpleasant body odor Infrequent showering and bathing...
Unintentional injuries accounted for 85% of all injury deaths among adults aged 65 and over in the US.
According to recent a National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) Date Brief Unintentional injuries accounted for 85% of all injury deaths among adults aged 65 and over in the United States in 2012–2013; suicide and homicide accounted for 13% and...
Budget-Friendly Bathroom Modifications for Seniors
Anyone who has slipped in tub knows the bathroom can be one of the most dangerous rooms in the home especially for older adults who have trouble with vision, balance, coordination, and frailty. According to the National Safety Council, one...