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An early Alzheimer’s diagnosis is life-changing, whether it happens to you or someone you live with, such as a spouse or an elderly parent. Take these seven steps to make your home comfortable ...
Fall prevention includes any action taken to help reduce the number of accidental falls suffered by susceptible individuals, such as the elderly and people with neurological (Parkinson's, Multiple sclerosis, stroke survivors, Guillain-Barre, traumatic brain injury, incomplete spinal cord injury) or orthopedic (lower limb or spinal column fractures or arthritis, post-surgery, joint replacement ...
Making sure a holiday gathering is safe and enjoyable for seniors involves careful planning. Focusing on guest numbers, timing, and location can create a cozy atmosphere. Also, encouraging outdoor ...
Eyesight deteriorates with age, and extra lighting will be needed where seniors move frequently. The luminance provided by the bulbs used should be higher than normally accepted. Stairs with inadequate handrails, or too steep, encouraging trips and falls. The steps should be spaced widely with low risers, and surfaces should be slip-resistant.
Falling accidents at home are very common and can cause serious and life-threatening injuries, so prevention of slip and trip accidents is essential in the good design of living quarters. This objective is especially important for the elderly and disabled, who may have restricted movement and be more susceptible to hazards .
People have the same basic needs at any age: to explore, have fun, learn, and live life to the fullest. The best activities for assisted living residents do much more than just pass the time ...
One-third of American households are home to one or more residents 60 years of age or older. [6] Technology can be an enabler for aging in place—there are four categories of technology that acts as an enabler—Communication and Engagement, Health and Wellness, Learning and Contribution, and Safety and Security. [7]
Senior-Safe Holiday Decorating: A Complete Guide to Keep the Joy, Skip the Risks. As I was struggling to maneuver my artificial Christmas tree back into the attic last year, I had an epiphany.