Safety Measures in the Bathroom to Reduce Fall Hazards for Seniors
Although you might consider your bathroom to be a safe refuge to relax and unwind with a soothing bath or invigorating shower at the end of a challenging day, for older adults, the bathroom is in fact the most dangerous room in the house with many fall hazards for seniors. With slippery floors that are […]
Traveling with a Senior Loved One? These Holiday Season Travel Tips for Older Adults Can Help!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – for family get-togethers! With so many families separated by geographic distance, or just because of the busyness of life, we all anticipate the opportunity to reconnect with family members during the holidays. And for aging parents, the chance to spend quality time with family is especially […]
Doctors Prescribing Antibiotics Can Lead to Drug-Resistant Diseases that Impact Seniors
The days of doctors prescribing antibiotics unnecessarily are over, or soon will be. According to the CDC, an astounding two million people each year are identified as having an antibiotic-resistant strain of disease, and a full 23,000 of them die as a result. The reason? Over-prescribing of antibiotics, or prescribing them when unnecessary. The truth […]
Learn How Having a Thankful Attitude Can Have Senior Health Benefits
They say there’s always something to be grateful for, and this time of the year, more than any other, emphasizes the need for us to convey our gratitude. Yet for senior loved ones, for many different reasons, it may be hard to find and focus on the positives in the middle of the challenges of […]
Halloween Can Heighten Alzheimer’s Symptoms: Learn the Challenges and How to Overcome Them
There’s definitely no age limit in experiencing the fun of Halloween! Seniors are generally delighted by visits from trick-or-treaters, along with the chance to delight in fall treats and fun decorations. Nonetheless, if an older adult is struggling with Alzheimer’s symptoms, certain components of the Halloween season may be downright frightening. Suddenly, there are unanticipated […]
Senior Citizen Fraud and Scams: Tips to Keep Loved Ones Safe
We’re all overloaded with those aggravating robocalls and unwanted telemarketer solicitations, even though it might seem simple enough to prevent falling prey to a scammer, it’s actually rather easy to become pulled in to what appears to be a credible scenario – especially for senior loved ones. In fact, an astounding $36 billion is scammed […]
Elder Fraud and Abuse Can Happen to Anyone. Take These Steps to Keep Your Loved Ones Safe
It breaks our hearts to listen to stories on the news of vulnerable older adults who’ve endured mistreatment and abuse, and maybe it seem as though it is something that happens to “somebody else” – definitely never to our very own family members. However, nearly five million seniors in the United States are subjected to […]
Disaster Preparedness Plans to Help Seniors in Case of an Emergency
Tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes, and various other natural disasters develop quickly, and although it’s crucial for all of us to have an emergency plan set up, it’s extremely important for older adults, who may be challenged with mobility or chronic health issues. Since September is National Preparedness Month, it’s the perfect opportunity to make sure the […]
Conquer the Heat and Mobility Issues with These Pool Exercises for Seniors
There’s almost nothing better than a relaxing dip in the pool to beat the July heat, and with the buoyancy of the water, it provides the added benefit of the perfect low-impact environment for helping senior loved ones remain active while relieving pressure to joints. Be sure to consult with a senior’s physician first prior […]
Senior Safety: Important Questions to Ask Your Pharmacist
They call it “running” errands for a reason – we tend to want to get through them as quickly as possible! However, when it comes to picking up prescription medications, slowing down and spending more time to talk with the pharmacist, versus hurrying through the drive-through, is very important – particularly for older adults who […]