Fall Prevention Tips
A thorough home evaluation is a great way to prevent senior falls and serious injury. 70% of Accidental Deaths in people over the age of 75 result from falls. 40% of all nursing home admissions are attributable to repeated falls at home. 25% of seniors who suffer hip fractures die within one year. Home Safety […]
Senior Fraud Prevention
Now more than ever, seniors are being targeted for scams and fraudulent activities. Seniors can be susceptible to fraud due to their trusting nature and lack of knowledge about what these scams can look like. Here are some general tips to help prevent senior fraud and common scams to look out for. Common Scams: Tips: […]
Signs to Look For That a Loved One May Need Help
With families visiting those that they may not see throughout the year, the holidays are a perfect time to assess the needs of their loved ones. Ideally they will ask for our help, but, as frequently is the case, this may not happen. They may decline assistance because they feel ashamed and hopeless. Some changes […]
Everything You Should Know About Independent Living Communities
Independent living is any housing arrangement designed exclusively for older adults, generally those aged 55 and over. While residents live independently, most communities offer services aimed at those who need little or no assistance. You can, however, hire in-home help separately as required, such as through Happier At Home. It’s important to plan ahead and educate […]
Senior Care and Housing Resources
It can be overwhelming watching your parent or loved one lose the strength or abilities as they age. As a daughter or son, chances are you will need to step in at some point and at least support your aging parent in finding resources to assist them. Whether the focus is aging in place, or […]
Hand Pain and Tremors in Seniors
Occasional trembling hands and painful joints can occur at any age, but as you age, the likelihood increases. Some types of hand tremors can be genetic, while some can be caused by diseases like Parkinson’s Disease. Osteo arthritic changes become more common as you age. Even the best medications used to treat tremors and hand […]
Key Questions to Ask Home-Care Agencies
Often times families are aware that their loved one may need some extra help at home, but don’t act on it. Whether it’s due to denial, fear, or simply not knowing where to start, families that wait until a crisis occurs find themselves scrambling for help. Educating yourself about local options before the need arises […]
Flying This Winter? Be Prepared
Whether the elderly may be flying for a vacation, or heading to a more comfortable climate this winter, preparing for the flight is important. Special considerations must be planned for at the time of booking the flight, such as getting a motorized escort or wheelchair assistance to your departure gate, bringing a companion escort or […]
Proactive Treatments to Parkinson’s Disease: LSVT BIG
Those with Parkinson’s Disease move and speak differently as the disease progresses, with gestures and actions that become smaller and slower, and their voice becomes softer. The result is a mismatch between what the actions of those with Parkinson’s actually are, and what they perceive. LSVT BIG helps improve the mismatch between what is felt […]
Routine Health Screenings at Community Pharmacies
During the pandemic, many adults either couldn’t get their necessary health screenings completed or avoided them. Now is an opportune time to catch up on your health screenings and make them part of your healthcare routine. Recently your community pharmacies have pharmacists that practice in outpatient settings to perform screenings such as blood pressure, blood […]
