Category: Safety

The Dangers of Dehydration

Published: 06/26/14

The dangers of dehydration is a constant elder care problem. In multiple studies of senior patients in long-term care facilities and those admitted to hospitals, […]

8 Signs of Elder Abuse

Published: 05/29/14

The signs of elder abuse can take place in many forms - physical, verbal, emotional and financial. While physical elder abuse can often be evidenced […]

Fall Prevention: Be Proactive and Prevent an Accident

Published: 08/16/13

The majority of our time is spent at home, especially during the retirement years, so it's no wonder that 60% of all falls occur in the […]

The Dangers of the Elderly Living Alone

Published: 07/15/13

You know the familiar expression, "you can't see the forest for the trees?" The same can be true of the way we view the people […]

The Importance of the Elderly Staying Hydrated

Published: 06/15/13

Now that we're headed into the summer months, it's important to remember the importance of the elderly staying hydrated. Senior citizens are particularly prone to […]

The Most Dangerous Room In Your House

Published: 01/28/13

One of the most important aspects of caring for an elderly or aging loved one is making sure that they remain safe, while at the […]

How to Talk to Your Aging Loved Ones About Safe Driving

Published: 05/01/12

Driving a car is more than getting from one place to another; a car represents independence and freedom for most people, especially older Americans. As […]

Protecting the Elderly Online

Published: 10/28/11

Senior citizens are more active and involved than ever before. These days, the Golden Years are spent living much the same lifestyle that seniors enjoyed […]

Seniors Are Often the Target of Online Scams

Published: 05/23/11

Senior citizens are often the targets of various scams and attempts to defraud them online. One reason that seniors are often easily defrauded is because […]

How to Make a Home Safe For Seniors

Published: 09/15/10

As our parents age it is a great idea to take a look at their surroundings with a different set of eyes. Is their home […]

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