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Four Scams Every Senior Should Know About
While scams are a threat to everyone, the rise in scammers targeting older adults is a pressing issue. Seniors are often seen as prime targets due to perceived wealth and a lower likelihood of reporting fraud. From impostor scams to tech support and lottery frauds, these schemes are designed to deceive…
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Helping Loved Ones Adjust to a New Caregiver
Life is filled with changes and transitions, some of which can be difficult for seniors. Health care needs change over time too, and your loved one might require a team of caregivers, not just a single aide. Adjusting to a new caregiver can be a significant transition for seniors. It marks a change in…
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How to Prevent Falls in The Bathroom
January is National Bath Safety Month, a reminder to assess bath safety and to take proper precautions while in the bathroom. A fall can be an unpleasant situation for anyone. A serious fall can have long-lasting physical and psychological consequences. The bathroom is particularly a dangerous area in…
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Cold Weather Safety For Seniors and Their Caregivers
Winter is a magical time of the year, but the season’s harsh side can be hazardous for older adults. During the winter months, ice, snow, cold temperatures, slippery sidewalks, and cold weather can cause various injuries and illnesses. Older adults run a higher risk of health problems including hypothermia…
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How to Conduct a Home-Safety Assessment for Seniors
If you have a senior family member who is determined to maintain their independence by remaining in their home, it would be wise to consider making minor changes to make day-to-day living easier and smoother. Home safety is a main concern for many older adults. When a senior loved one lives alone, especially…
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Summer Safety Tips for Older Adults
Summer is in full swing and it’s a great time to be active while enjoying the outdoors. While summer brings us warmth, and bloom and provides us with many opportunities for recreation, prolonged exposure to excessive heat in the summer months can be dangerous. Too much heat is not safe for anyone and…
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7 Steps to Improving Bath Safety for Seniors
January is National Bath Safety Month, and the idea is to promote awareness to prevent potential hazards that are in our bathrooms and dangers they present to everyone, but especially to children and the elderly. One of the most important things caregivers can do to help aging adults maintain independence…
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MedicAlert Awareness Month: Does Your Aging Loved One Need a Medical Alert System?
August is MedicAlert Awareness month, and it is a good time to understand why MedicAlerts are important for loved ones with serious medical conditions. Medical Alert IDs and alert systems are wearable devices that help reduce treatment errors and speak for someone if they are unresponsive in an emergency…