Senior Home Safety
4 Things Seniors Can Do To Protect From Scams
Seniors with senior home care can have their care provider answer the phone or the door.
Read MorePost Hospital Care – Tips for Returning Home After An Acute Illness Hospital Stay
Having a professional provide post hospital care might be a great way for your loved one to feel comfortable about returning home and reducing the risk of her injuring herself.
Read MoreDoes Your Elderly Relative Have a Fire Escape Plan?
If your aging relative noticed a fire in their home, would they know what to do to escape? When it is a real emergency, many seniors are not sure how they would escape the home, especially if they are physically or cognitively limited in what they can do. It’s a good idea to create a…
Read MoreFive Items Your Mom Will Want After a Fall
Each year, 25 percent of American men and women over the age of 65 falls at least once. Preventative measures will help. You can remove clutter, fix loose flooring, and improve lighting, but it can’t prevent every fall. If your mom falls on an icy sidewalk, trips on stairs, or falls out of bed, you…
Read MoreFive Dangers Your Dad Faces on a Winter Walk and How to Prevent Them
A daily walk is a great way for your dad to get exercise. In the winter, it can also be dangerous. Make sure your dad is aware of the risks. Discuss ways for him to stay safe while taking a walk during the winter. Here are five things to talk about. 1. Ice and Packed…
Read MoreSix Ways to Keep Your Senior Active and Safe
Several factors can contribute to allowing your aging adult to keep herself as active as she wants to be while still being as safe as she can possibly be. Some of these tips might even help her to become more active. Encourage Her to Get Plenty of Sleep. When your elderly family member isn’t getting…
Read MoreAre Cameras The Right Tool for Monitoring Your Dad at Home?
Your dad’s doctor says he needs supervision at home. He’s okay living alone, but someone needs to be making sure he hasn’t fallen, gets around from room to room with ease, and doesn’t let strangers in. You are not sure you should use cameras to monitor your dad. Here are situations where cameras have helped…
Read MoreDo You Know the Signs of Financial Elder Abuse?
Financial exploitation is a leading form of elder abuse. The National Council on Aging reports that elder financial abuse accounts for as much in $36.5 billion in losses each year. It’s hard to tell exactly how many people are victims as many seniors never report it. If their family members don’t catch financial abuse, the…
Read MoreProtecting Your Aging Parent from Heat During National Sun Safety Week
June 3rd through 9th is National Sun Safety Week. When thinking about keeping your aging parents safe in the sun, it’s likely your first thoughts are about wearing sunscreen, preventing sunburns, and lowering the risk of serious issues such as skin cancer. It’s important to remember, however, that the sun also means heat, and elderly…
Read MoreSeniors and Slip and Fall Accidents
There are few things more devastating to an elderly person than when they are injured in a slip and fall accident. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2.8 million elderly adults are treated in the emergency room each year for slip and fall accidents. They also report that one in four elderly…
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