Celebrating National Falls Prevention Month 2021
September is National Falls Prevention month and we celebrate with words of caution and advice. But, also in September, we remember the victims of 9/11. And just as no one ever believed that the World Trade Center would fall, we don’t believe that we will fall, either. Yet, we do. A recent study by […]
Older Americans Month 2021
Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads our nation’s observance of Older Americans Month. The theme for 2021 is “Communities of Strength.” Older adults have built resilience and strength over their lives through successes, failures, joys, and difficulties. Their stories and contributions help to support and inspire others. This OAM, we will celebrate […]
A Mother’s Day Lesson
In 2009, I flew from New York to California to spend Mother’s Day with my mom. I was busy with a senior move management business at the time. I had learned from my senior clients that aging in place was often their first choice, not the move to assisted living for which they had […]
Occupational Therapy Month 2021
Age Safe® America celebrates Occupational Therapy Month and the vital role played by occupational therapists in the lives of Americans of all ages. Their expertise and perspective bring important solutions to help people regain independence in their lives. We don’t often consider just living and going about our daily routines that what we are […]
National Caregivers Day
The third Friday in February is observed annually as National Caregivers Day. This special day was founded in 2015 by the Providers Association for Home Health & Hospice Agencies (PAHHHA). It honors the men and women who provide vital services to individuals and families around the country. Not only are caregivers an important […]
Dehydration is Serious for Older Adults
Anyone may become dehydrated, but the condition is especially dangerous for young children and older adults. Older adults naturally have a lower volume of water in their bodies, and may have conditions or take medications that increase the risk of dehydration. For seniors, being dehydrated could cause confusion and anxiety, as well as an […]
Happy New Year 2021
As 2020 come to an end, we want to express our most sincere gratitude to all those who have worked tirelessly to assist our seniors throughout this unprecedented time. Times of difficulty and crisis show us the importance of kindness, compassion, and the strength of humanity. This year Age Safe® America has been […]
100% Commitment Award
The Senior Home Safety Specialist™ course empowers professionals with actionable ways to better help educate clients, older adults and their family members on the serious issues of home safety, fall prevention, crime prevention, financial exploitation and personal safety. This coveted 100% Commitment Award is only given to organizations that have demonstrated a system-wide commitment […]
Aging-in-Place Home Modifications
Aging in place home modifications help improve safety, accessibility, and independence, allowing older adults to live confidently at home as they age.
8 Bathroom Safety Tips for Seniors
Creating a safe home environment for senior citizens starts with the bathroom — the place where, for the elderly, most at-home accidents occur. Whether it’s a slip in the shower or tripping on the way to the restroom at night, falls and injuries are especially common in the bathroom. To improve bathroom safety at home, […]