When we think of home safety for seniors, we're usually talking about everyday safety. Preventing falls, preventing fires, preventing accidents. But there's a different level of home safety …
How to talk to loved ones about medical alerts and home safety
No one likes being told what to do, and that includes older people, too. So if you're thinking about getting a medical alert system for an elderly relative, or you want to make some of the home …
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When an older person falls, this is what happens
Up to 30% of the time, they get injured in ways that have a huge impact on their lives. That's according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). These injuries - make it hard for them to get …
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The Mayo Clinic’s surprising #1 way to prevent falls
When I think of fall prevention, the first things that come to mind are cleaning up clutter and putting up grab bars. That's why I was so surprised by what the Mayo Clinic lists as their top way to …
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Medical alert scams, again…
I've been dismayed to see all the news stories about the medical alert scam that targets elderly people. Apparently they call you up and tell you that you've won a medical alert system, then get …
I’m sitting and I can’t stand up
Getting up out of a favorite chair can be a struggle for the elderly. Solutions come in two varieties. The first is a so-called "lift cushion" which is a seat cushion that has been designed to …
