Many of today’s elder generations grew up with a garden, even if they lived in a town or small city. During World War II, Victory Gardens were very common; vegetables, fruit and herbs were grown to help each family provide its own food instead of relying on others...
Shoes are an important part of everyone’s clothing, especially for the elderly. Properly fitting shoes can also help in the prevention of falls. Harvard Medical School has estimated that an estimated 18,000 Americans die each year after being injured from a fall. As...
Older adults may develop health concerns that require more care, yet they still want to remain in their own home. Sometimes there are no family members available to help, and an outside caregiver is needed. At FootPrints Home Care, we’re well equipped to help with...
Tripping over something can be dangerous to all of us, but for the elderly, falls can be a devasting event. Preventing falls should be a priority for every senior, especially those still living in their own home. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) says that one in...
There are a number of issues that can cause balance issues in the elderly which can increase the risk of a serious fall. As people age, they often become more frail but what are the signs to watch for that may indicate a balance problem? To maintain proper balance,...
For senior adults, loneliness and social isolation are not just feelings, they can be cause for concern, even corresponding to health risks for dementia and other medical conditions. Nearly a quarter of adults who are 65 and older are considered to be socially...