Falls are one of the greatest threats to senior independence. According to the Centers for Disease...
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A Family Caregiver’s Guide to Senior Home Safety Assessments
Keeping an aging loved one safe at home often comes down to spotting small hazards before they...
Senior Safety: Learning to Fall
Falls are the leading cause of injury and injury-related death in seniors. In fact, one in four...
Great Fall Prevention Exercises for Seniors
Falls are the leading cause of injury among older adults, with 1 in 4 seniors experiencing a fall...
Why Older Adults Fall Out of Bed at Night
Falls from bed in the middle of the night are a common concern among caregivers and families of...
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...
How Caregivers Can Help with Fall Prevention Exercises
Every 11 seconds, a senior is treated in the hospital for a fall-related injury. Even a small fall...