by mg_user | May 30, 2022 | Senior Safety
According to the National Council on Aging, or NCOA, there are common myths about older adults and falls. Below are a few of the myths offered by NCOA with added ways to avoid potential pitfalls to prevent a fall. There are many proven facts about growing older...
by mg_user | Dec 1, 2020 | Senior Safety
Staying at home for the holidays does not mean the celebration is over. COVID-19 may halt standard family traditions, but hosting virtual gatherings and decorating the home are still fair game—with a few hazards to consider.As 1 in 4 older adults experience a fall...
by mg_user | Sep 20, 2019 | Senior Safety
September is Fall Prevention Awareness Month, which not only brings more attention to the dangers of senior falls, but also helps educate people on fall prevention for seniors. Falls in the elderly can have serious long-term health ramifications. In the U.S., an older...
by mg_user | Jun 5, 2019 | Senior Safety
Falls happen. They happen throughout life at all ages and stages–as toddlers, at recitals, on college campuses, on the sidewalk, and even at home. But there comes a time when falls become a real hazard to your health and safety. That time typically coincides...
by mg_user | Mar 25, 2019 | Senior Safety
With the first day of spring just around the corner, it’s officially the time of year to do some much-needed spring cleaning. It’s not uncommon for dust and dirt to build up after spending the chilly winter months indoors, with windows and doors closed tight. Spring...
by mg_user | Mar 4, 2019 | Senior Safety
According to AARP, nearly 90 percent of adults aged 65+ want to stay in their own homes as they age. This is often referred to as “aging in place.” With this in mind, there has been an explosion of innovative in-home and mobile technologies designed specifically to...
