Plan for Independence
If you want to call your house your forever home, an aging in place plan can help to keep you there. It can be difficult to resign yourself to decreasing muscle strength, reduced hearing and vision, risk of falling, and...
Fall Prevention
“Age Out Loud” Older Americans Month 2017
The Administration on Aging (AoA), part of the Administration for Community Living (ACL), has announced that “Age Out Loud” will be the theme of Older Americans Month in 2017. The theme for the May observance is intended to give aging...
Fire Safety for Older Adults
As we age, our risk of death from fire increases significantly. This excellent video reviews tips for this often overlooked area of home safety. Fact is, older adults face the greatest relative risk of dying in a fire. In a...
Home Modifications Make Life Easier
Those who are older and those who have mobility or sensory disabilities sometimes need home modifications to help them navigate their homes independently. From assisting with navigating stairs to ensuring someone with visual concerns can safely move around a home,...
April is Occupational Therapy Month
During the month of April, the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) celebrates Occupational Therapy Month and the more than 213,000 occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and students who work nationwide to create fuller lives for clients and their families. Occupational...
Preparing for a Natural Disaster
Living in Southern California, we don’t have to worry about the dreaded tornadoes or hurricanes that batter the Midwest and East Coast. However, we have our own natural disasters that we must prepare our families and homes for. Earthquakes can...
Steps to Secure Your Home When on Vacation
Warmer temperatures, budding trees and blooming flowers are all lovely parts of spring, but what you really look forward to is the start of vacation planning season! Deciding where to go and what to see, making arrangements and planning your...
Prevent Falls at Home
Use care in the bathroom: The bathroom can be a dangerous place. The floor can become wet and slippery, making it easier to fall. Getting in and out of the tub or shower is a common time for people...
Best Way to Spot a Stroke F.A.S.T.
F.A.S.T. is an easy way to remember the sudden signs of stroke. When you can spot the signs, you’ll know that you need to call 9-1-1 for help right away. F.A.S.T. is: – Face Drooping Does one side of the...
10 Ways to Prevent Falls at Home
Your home can be more hazardous than you think. Because falls can happen anywhere and they pose a threat to your overall health and well-being, it’s important to lower your risk of falling by maintaining a safe living environment. Ten...