Take advantage of your holiday visit to check on older adults During the holidays, many people will be visiting aging parents or relatives. That makes it a perfect opportunity to observe them in their “natural habitat” – you’ll get to see how they’re really doing. This year, use some of your time at home to do 3 things: make sure your older adults…
Seniors are at high risk for serious falls The gradual physical changes of aging add up to increased fall risk for older adults. In fact, the CDC says that people aged 65+ have a greater than 25% chance of falling. And if someone falls once, their chance of falling again doubles, meaning there’s over 50% chance of a second fall. This is…
Bathroom safety for seniors is a top concern Did you know that people use the toilet 7 times a day on average? That’s why bathroom safety for seniors is especially important. Balance issues, muscle weakness, frailty, and cognitive issues like Alzheimer’s disease or dementia can make a simple activity like using the toilet difficult or even dangerous. As challenging as using the…
Many older adults wish to stay in their homes as they age. To make this a reality, a safe and supportive environment is essential. Senior home care expert Lance A. Slatton shares tips for creating a safe and comfortable living environment that promotes independence and well-being. For many older adults, the desire to age in place – remaining in their own homes…
Heat stroke in seniors is deadly In hot weather, heat stroke in seniors is a serious risk. Older bodies are less sensitive to changes in temperature and can’t adjust as well. So, seniors might not even notice that they’re overheating – until they become ill. And chronic health conditions and common medications, like beta blockers for high blood pressure, also make it…
As people age, it can become more difficult to perform everyday tasks, like washing hands, using the toilet, and bathing. We rounded up eight valuable products that make these bathroom tasks easier for older adults and help caregivers keep things clean. Making Bathrooms More Convenient and Safer for Seniors The bathroom can be one of the most dangerous places for older adults,…
How much help is too much? Finding a balance is essential When an older adult starts needing help with everyday activities, we automatically want to provide as much assistance as we can. We do this because we want them to be safe, we feel that it’s our duty, or we don’t want them to worry about getting through day-to-day life. But sometimes,…
Increase home safety with a simple test that measures mobility in seniors Improving mobility and reducing fall risk in seniors is essential for staying independent for as long as possible. But how do you know how good their mobility is? There are many factors to consider in understanding someone’s fall risk. One is how well they’re able to get around – functional…
A lot can be done to prevent falls in seniors Falls may seem like an inevitable part of aging, but there’s actually a lot that can be done to reduce fall risk. Preventing falls in seniors keeps them healthy and independent for as long as possible and reduces caregiver stress. Productive conversations about reducing fall risk and simple changes at home can…
A Medicare program that covers in home care You probably already know that Medicare doesn’t cover in home care services. However, there is one exception to that rule. Medicare PACE is a government program that helps older adults get the medical and social services they need to continue living in their homes as they age. We explain what PACE is, which services…
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