Safety for Seniors
Winter and Cold Weather Safety for Seniors
Winter is a trying time for anyone, but it can be even more difficult for seniors and their caregivers. The good news, however, is that winter can be much easier to weather if you have a few top tips at hand. With a positive outlook and a bit of planning, preparation, and assistance, you and…
Read MoreSafe Senior Driving and When to Take Away the Keys
Every teenager counts down to the day they can begin driving, because it means they are one step closer to being independent. There isn’t a specific age where we automatically stop driving though. There will surely come a time that we shouldn’t be behind the wheel, and just like many other milestones in life, we…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About E. Coli
Senior Care in Plano TX: A recent E. coli outbreak tied to romaine lettuce has many people wondering how they can avoid infection for themselves and their loved ones.
Read MoreSenate Aging Committee Names These Top Five Scams as Most Common in 2017
Elderly Care in Grand Prairie TX: Each year, the Senate Special Committee on Aging keeps records of scams that are reported to their fraud hotline. In 2017, these five scams were reported most often.
Read MoreMeaningful Modifications to Your Parent’s Kitchen to Reduce Fall Risk
Home Care in Euless TX: Millions of aging adults fall throughout the United States each year. Those who fall are not just at risk from the fall itself. Those who suffer falls are twice as likely to experience a subsequent fall in the next 6 months. Should they suffer a broken hip as a result of the fall, they are also at twice the risk of dying within the six months after the fall.
Read MoreImportant Phone Numbers Your Mom Needs to Keep Handy
Senior Care in Grapevine TX: Your mom probably has your phone number near her phone. She’ll also have the numbers for other family members, her doctor, and important services like the power company posted nearby. Here are some numbers your mom should keep handy but may not have considered.
Read MoreA Room-by-Room Guide to Making Your Dad’s House Safe When Epilepsy is a Concern
Caregiver in Frisco TX: Epilepsy affects children and adults. According to the Epilepsy Foundation, the neurological disorder affects 3.4 million people in the U.S. It’s estimated that 1 out of every 26 people will develop the disorder at some point in their life.
Read MoreSummer Skin Care Tips for Seniors
While skin protection is important at every age, senior citizens can be particularly vulnerable during the hottest months of the year. Read more.
Read MoreWhat Do You Need to Know about Hearing Loss and Your Elderly Loved One?
Senior Care in Fort Worth TX: Hearing loss can be a really complicated subject for your elderly loved one. In fact, you might not realize exactly how complicated it can be.
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