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Moving out and being taken care of elsewhere is not always someone’s first choice when aging in place. Spending time with the family has its merits, but ensuring that it doesn’t come with added risks is essential when caring for your loved ones. These useful home modifications for older people…
Staircases can be highly inconvenient and painful for many of us. Imagine the pain an older person has to go through every time they have to climb a flight of stairs – particularly if the individual is suffering from any physical conditions. This not only makes life difficult but also…
While it might be fun for the grandkids to make grandma and grandpa a crafty gift, these special people would probably enjoy something else as well. While there are plenty of gift guides that include ornaments with pictures of the grandchildren and photo frames of family, there are countless other…
As the years come and go, your older loved ones may begin to feel less secure. The natural declines in ability that come along with age can be a hard pill to swallow, and many older adults have trouble adjusting to changes in their circumstances. That doesn’t mean you’re resigned…
Finding gifts for your older parents might feel like it gets more difficult as the years go on, especially when it feels like they already have everything they want or need. However, there are still plenty of gift ideas for your parents if you can’t think of anything. There’s always…
Activity trackers are a great tool to keep track of your fitness and other lifestyle elements. Fitness buffs and athletes are raving about these incredible gadgets, but seniors can benefit from them in a variety of ways too. Fitness trackers are an excellent way to keep seniors healthy and active,…
Teenage drivers tend to have auto insurance premiums that are more expensive. However, premium rates will start to come down with each passing year. This occurs as you gain more experience on the road and prove yourself to be a safe driver. However, seniors who have tons of driving experience…
Having a good night’s sleep is essential for the physical and mental well-being of senior people. From a scientific viewpoint, an adequate amount of quality sleep is associated with reduced stress, improved cardiovascular health, regulated blood sugar, decreased inflammation, and better cognitive function. Generally, older people tend to experience changes…
As a caregiver, you want to ensure that your loved one has the best quality of life possible. However, when your loved one has limited mobility and can no longer safely access different areas of their home, their quality of life inevitably falters. Even with assisted living programs, it’s still…
Power lift chairs are quickly becoming the premier way to create a comfortable sitting area for those who have mobility trouble. These chairs make it extremely easy to get in and out of them while providing a safe method of operation. In fact, these chairs are so safe that you…