National Safe at Home Week always happens in August, during the last full business week of the month. In 2022, that means that this holiday marking safety at home falls on August 22nd through the 26th. If you and your elderly family member haven’t already talked about the various ways that she might not be…
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The prospect of your parents aging in place may fill you with dread. There are a plethora of follow-up inquiries to which you may not have satisfactory answers. How much support do they have? How self-reliant are they? Are they sticking to a regular exercise schedule? Is it possible for them to stay in their…
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Fainting is such a common health issue that most people may not think much about it. But for your senior family member, fainting can be a serious problem. To help prevent possible injury and to rule out serious health issues, it helps to understand as much as you can about fainting and what it might…
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Your mom’s mobility must be sturdy if she’s to move around her home safely. What does mobility entail? It’s the ability to go from lying down to sitting up, sitting to standing, and walking around. When walking, do her movements involve going up and down the stairs? Are supportive canes or walkers needed? Does your…
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Is your elderly family member determined to age in place? If so, you might have wondered just how you can make sure that’s going to be safe for her to do. Some of these ideas can help quite a bit. Make it Easier to Enter and Exit the House If there are steps into your…
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Your mom always complains about feeling cold. It’s not surprising. As you age, your body has a harder time maintaining the internal temperature. Skin is thinner, and fat stores decrease. She keeps turning up her thermostat. You’re worried about her heating bills, but she keeps saying she’s cold and wants it higher. How can you…
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