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Ways to Fall-Proof Your Elderly Loved Ones’ Homes
According to the National Institute on Aging, six out of ten fall accidents usually happen at home. In the United States alone, falls are the top causes of accidental deaths. They can also cause fractures that may include severe or possibly fatal injuries. Clearly, keeping your loved ones’ homes incident-free is just as important in … Continue reading
How Can You Make Bathrooms Safe for the Elderly?
For the elderly, the bathroom may just be the most dangerous part of the house. Just think of the things that one usually finds in the washroom or shower area: water, tight spaces, hard surfaces, and lots of corners and edges. Looking at this combination alone, there’s no need to wonder any further as to … Continue reading
Why Should Your Senior Loved Ones Get Flu Shots?
Influenza season is again approaching. Statistics show that roughly 200,000 people are admitted to hospitals every year because of the flu. The CDC reminds everyone aged six months and above to get flu vaccines by the end of October, or so long as flu viruses continue to circulate. The flu can cause serious complications that … Continue reading
Benefits of Companionship for Your Senior Loved Ones
Research suggests that seniors are more likely to feel lonely and socially isolated than their younger peers because of fewer opportunities to interact with others. This is especially true for seniors who live on their own at home. If your aging loved ones are among those who prefer staying at home, it may be time … Continue reading
Staying Safe: Steps to Take for Your Loved Ones with Dementia
Safety measures are important for everyone, especially for people with dementia. As this disease progresses, it interferes with their senses, behavior, physical coordination, sense of time and place, and judgment. Safety measures are crucial for seniors with dementia to be able to live comfortably and safely in the comfort of their homes. If you want … Continue reading