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...
Health and Nutrition
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...
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...
Helping Older Adults to Prevent Falls
Unfortunately, millions of adults aged 65 and older fall every year. These falls usually cause serious injuries such as fractures and trauma which may make it hard for them to move independently. Plus, the increasing number of fatal and non-fatal...
Organizations Helping Family Caregivers
The National Alliance for Caregiving (NAC): The Alliance is a not-for-profit coalition of national organizations focused on family caregiving. The web site has searchable databases of articles and guides for caregivers. Caregiver Action Network (CAN): CAN provides information and...
Tips For Keeping Elders Cool
Prevent a heat-related emergency by keeping a loved one cool, watching for signs of heat stress and following these tips for dealing with hot weather. Wear cool clothing: See that the person is dressed in light-weight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing, preferably...
Independence Day
On the 4th, we Americans celebrate our independence in big ways and small ways-with family barbeques, picnics, fireworks, music or quietly savoring the joys of the freedoms in our lives. Especially for our seniors, the concept of living independently to...
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is today, June 15. Elder abuse is defined as intentional actions that cause harm or create a serious risk of harm to a vulnerable older adult, by a caregiver or person in a trust relationship. Elder...
Heat, Hydration and Sun Safety
Muscle cramping might be the first sign of heat-related illness, and may lead to heat exhaustion or stroke. Here is how you can recognize heat exhaustion and heat stroke and what to. Symptoms — Heat Exhaustion — May Include: Heavy...
Lower Your Risk of Falling
Help keep your bones strong by taking calcium and vitamin D every day. Most older adults absorb calcium citrate better than calcium carbonate, so read the labels on the calcium bottles carefully. Ask your healthcare provider how much calcium and vitamin D you should take. If...