Throughout the long, cold winter, we enthusiastically looked forward to the heat of summer. What a relief to finally throw open the windows and let …Read More
Know the Warning Signs of Heat Exhaustion in the Elderly
June 11, 2021
Tag: Senior Safety
Joint Stiffness from Osteoarthritis Increases Fall Risk for Older Adults
May 14, 2021
The statistics related to senior falls are astonishing. Falls are the leading cause for injury in seniors, and lead to hundreds of thousands of hip …Read More
What Is Happening with My Loved One? Hospital-Induced Delirium in Older Adults
May 7, 2021
A hospital stay is not something an older adult looks forward to, but at least there is the reassuring fact that the necessary treatment and …Read More
Management of Urinary Incontinence in the Elderly
September 18, 2020
While common in senior loved ones, urinary incontinence is a challenging condition to handle, impacting everyday life in a variety of ways and frequently leading …Read More
Transitional Home Health Care: Help with Returning Home After a Hospital Stay
August 28, 2020
After a medical procedure or hospitalization, the words we look forward to hearing most are, “Here are your discharge papers – you are free to …Read More
Dementia-Friendly Home Modifications for the Elderly
August 21, 2020
The daily dilemmas of providing care for a senior loved one with Alzheimer’s disease are constantly changing. Today, the challenge might be frustration because of …Read More
Dehydration in Seniors: Don’t Overlook This Health Risk
July 10, 2020
During the warmest time of the year, maintaining proper hydration is a must, especially for seniors. In fact, close to half of all older adults …Read More
Summer Heat and the Elderly: Tips to Ensure Safety
June 26, 2020
The longer days of summer mean more time for swimming, family cookouts, gardening, and all of those other delightful seasonal activities. However, it also means …Read More
Senior Citizen Driving Tips to Help Maintain Safety
June 19, 2020
Remember that feeling as a teen when you first climbed behind the steering wheel, experiencing the exhilaration of being in a position to go anywhere …Read More
Safety at Home: Tips to Keep Seniors Safe While Aging in Place
April 24, 2020
With the vast majority of older adults choosing to continue to live at home throughout aging, it is essential to perform a comprehensive home assessment …Read More