Falls are a leading cause of injury and hospitalization among seniors, with 1 in 4 older adults...
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Selecting the Best Shoes for Senior Fall Prevention
As seniors age, their feet undergo natural changes that make choosing proper footwear essential....
Top Modifications for a Wheelchair-Accessible Bathroom
Wheelchairs can be cumbersome, especially in small, confined spaces such as the bathroom. A...
Smart Renovations to Make the Bathroom Safer for Seniors
The bathroom can be one of the most dangerous places in the home, especially for seniors. Why?...
8 Tips to Prevent Falls in Seniors with Dementia
Adults with dementia are 4 to 5 times more likely to fall than adults with normal cognitive...
8 Reasons Why Seniors Shuffle Their Feet
As we age, changes in physical, neurological, and environmental factors can alter the way we walk....
Home Renovations to Prevent Falls
As seniors age, it can become necessary to make home modifications to reduce fall hazards. Seniors...
INFOGRAPHIC: Fall Hazards In The Home
As seniors age, they may spend more time at home. However, home can be a dangerous place to be if...
What To Do When a Senior Falls
As we age, our risk of falling increases due to weakened muscles, decreased balance, and other...
Risks of Low Blood Pressure in the Elderly
Many of us are worried about checking our blood pressure to make sure it doesn’t get too high. But...
How Caregivers Can Help with Physical Therapy Exercises
Physical therapy is designed to help individuals maintain or restore their physical health. It can...
Fall Prevention Devices to Keep Seniors Walking
If you don’t use it, you lose it! That’s why it’s so important for seniors to keep moving as long...