Creating a Safe Living Space
A Fall That Changed Everything It happened so fast. One moment, Mom was getting up in the middle of the night, looking for the bathroom. The next, she was tumbling down the stairs. In the dim light, she had mistaken the stairwell door for the bathroom, which was just...
Why Sleep Needs Change with Age
It’s fairly common for our sleep patterns to change as we continue to grow older. The common saying “sleeping like a baby” doesn’t hold true for senior adults. Sleep is a vital part of daily life. And when our sleep patterns change, it’s not an easy adjustment. Some...
Home Safety Check
Aging can bring about a whole new world of challenges. That said, it’s important to ensure the elderly in your life are well taken care of and safe at home. Each year, thousands of older Americans fall at home. These falls are often due to hazards that can be easily...
