Most seniors prefer to stay in their homes as they age. However, one out of four seniors falls annually. According to the Centers for Disease and Prevention, one in five falls results in head, arm, leg, or ankle injury. In fact, most of these falls occur in bathrooms. Grab bars aid seniors in reducing fatigue while standing and maintaining balance. To improve mobility and stability, you can install rails and bars in the kitchen, ramps, bathroom, bedroom, and hallway. The products also help them safely access their homes' exteriors and give them autonomy when using the bathroom.
For people over the age of 65, it's especially important that they regularly have their bones evaluated for osteoporosis. Find out why.
The chilly months of winter are almost with us, and it's about time you start winterizing your home for safety and comfort during the cold season. Learn some winterizing tasks that seniors can safely handle by themselves.
November is here and for many of us, that means the start of the holiday season and the chaos of shopping and preparing for holiday meals. For many others of us, November - specifically November 11th - signifies a time for a pause to remember our veterans who served their country and the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom and safety.
At Senior Helpers, we would like to honor our veterans, many of whom we serve, this month with a reminder of how in-home care can support and provide assistance to veterans across our nation.
Osteoporosis is a disease that weakens a person's bones. A person's bones may break from falls or even minor bumps. This disease can be managed.
Temporarily immobility due to an injury or short-term illness can have a great impact on one's life. Learn some fantastic gift ideas for seniors on wheelchairs or temporarily bedridden.
Seniors can be bedridden for various reasons. While some will be temporarily confined to a wheelchair due to injuries, others may be confined to bed due to a sickness that limits their physical activities. This often denies them the freedom to move around and enjoy life without the support of a loved one. However, being confined to a bed or a wheelchair doesn't mean that the elderly should not receive gifts from family and friends. There are different fun items you can gift seniors who are unwell and brighten up their days. Here are some gift ideas for temporarily bedridden or wheelchair-bound seniors you may want to consider:
December is National Giving Month! Help your senior loved ones make a difference by participating in volunteer work even from the comfort of their homes.
December is regarded as National Giving Month. This period provides an ideal opportunity for families to volunteer to support causes close to their hearts. In addition, children of all ages understand how fulfilling it is to assist other people, and volunteering instills a charitable outlook and an understanding of the outside world.
