Your parents are important to you, but the fact is your parents are getting older. Being independent is important to them. They are determined to stay in their own home and continue to do things they enjoy. It’s called aging in place. Many seniors are choosing to live out their days in their own home… [Continue]
What Is Frailty Syndrome?
Doctors clinically define Frailty Syndrome as a common syndrome that is associated with vulnerability to poor health outcomes. However, what does that really mean to you as an adult with an aging parent? Frailty Syndrome essentially means that your parent is at a higher risk for falls and confusion after events that cause even small… [Continue]
Broken Bones After 50 — the Achilles’ Heel of Aging
After you reach the age of 50, any broken bones that you get should be taken seriously. Not only do the bones in the body become more brittle with age, but the chances of developing osteoporosis or arthritis can also increase. Here is a list of bone care essentials that can help you prevent broken… [Continue]
4 Technologies that Simplify Aging in Place
The majority of older Americans wish to stay home longer, care for themselves more and remain as independent as possible. If this sounds like you, then it may be time to consider looking into some of these technologies that simplify aging in place and allow you to age in your own home. If you feel… [Continue]
Home Safety Checklist For Your Elderly Parents
If your parents are one of millions of people who have made the decision to age in place, you probably have concerns about their safety while they are home. This is a well-founded concern, as the leading cause of injury among the elderly is falling. While this should be your primary concern, there are other… [Continue]
4 Things You Can Do To Prevent Falls
As a senior, you must protect yourself in your home and that means being cautious about objects that can make you fall and warning signs that something may be medically wrong. One of the most common reasons seniors are hurt in their home is because they trip and fall. Have you ever experienced an accident… [Continue]
Are “Senior Moments” A Normal Part of Aging?
When life gets busy, it is normal to naturally forget things such as your wallet, keys or your cell phone. You’re not paying attention to everything you have to remember, and you’re rushing out the door. However, what happens when you’re older and you have those moments when you just can’t seem to remember something…. [Continue]
Exercises to Reduce Fall Risk
If you are home alone throughout the day and night, you may be concerned about falling. It is always possible to lose your balance and as you age, you will find that it becomes much easier to fall. When a fall occurs, you run the risk of injuring your hips, back, and head. Your injuries… [Continue]