Live Home Despite All Obstacles

Countless cases of senior citizen accidents can serve as proofs that the typical house settings are not suitable, and may even be dangerous, for elderly occupants. As a solution, home improvements need to be taken into serious consideration: Make sure that every...

Considering the option of sending your elderly parent or any senior citizen loved one to a nursing home or assisted living facility is a difficult notion. While you may have your own personal set of concerns, such as your time and your ability to provide all the care...

Safety in the bathroom is a major concern among households with senior citizen members. As the latter gets older, he becomes more prone to accidents that occur in the bathroom -- and even in other parts of the house. That is why, it is important to observe various...

A simple fall accident can lead to serious damage if not addressed immediately. Before such or any other accidents occur to you or your elderly loved one, make sure that you've taken all safety precautions to avoid it. Get rid of tripping hazards by controlling...

Many individuals volunteer to be the ones to care for their elderly loved ones. They choose this over hiring professional caregivers, and oftentimes, this scenario proves to be beneficial for the senior citizen. Knowing that a relative is there to take care of him can...

As a person ages, his safety concerns also begin to weigh higher. Not only does he have to worry about maintaining the security of his home against intruders and advantage-takers, he also has to start pouring his resources on improving his home to make it a safer...

There are different levels as to how you can make your home more senior citizen-friendly. While it is ideal to address all your elderly loved one's needs with various home improvement projects, not all changes can be accommodated by your home. Here are some simple...

For many senior citizens, driving can become a bit risky especially if they start experiencing problems with their vision or other impairments. Good thing our elderly relatives can now sign up for a driving rehabilitation program at Mercy Hospital. Based on a senior...

The FBI says senior citizens often fall victim to telemarketing and door-to-door schemes due to a variety of reasons, which include the notion that they are more trusting and polite, they are less likely to report crimes, and even when they do, they encounter...

In Turlock, Ceres and Modesto the authorities were alerted about a female wallet thief who preys on elderly citizens. She has been responsible for a series of thefts. Photos of the modus was posted in a social media network and one of her victims was able to...

Many seniors decide to sell their houses and opt to downsize to a more manageable home in a senior citizen community. Here are a few tips on downsizing in preparation to selling your house: Devise a plan and set a schedule for all the tasks -- make sure to consider...

Many seniors choose to continue living in their homes mostly because they don't enjoy the idea of staying in a nursing facility. However, living in a house, especially when they are alone, can have multiple risks. Senior citizen communities are excellent alternates to...

Slip and fall accidents can lead to more consequential conditions, such as a fracture. Avoid this risk by observing various safety measures: Minimize the risk by improving your home -- de-clutter, install proper lighting and assistive devices, and keep the floors flat...

Moving to a smaller home can be both overwhelming and emotional. One of the dilemmas that senior citizen parents have to deal with is figuring out what to keep and what to leave with other family members. -          Help your parents make a list of all the things they...

Are you planning your next family vacation this summer? The Gloucester Township Police Department is offering some home safety tips for people who will be gone for a summer vacation. -          Don’t broadcast your vacation plans on the Internet. -          Set up...

The office for Home Instead Senior Care is offering a free home safety checklist for senior citizens. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost 20 million seniors visit hospitals each year due to injuries sustained in their own homes. But...

June is National Safety Month and it is also during this time that national safety council is stressing out the importance of ensuring the safety of our elderly loved ones. Things have changed as our elderly loved ones have gotten older. Their needs and limits have...

Senior citizens can feel lonely moving to a nursing facility, which is why most of them opt to stay in their homes. However, this choice does not always have the best ending; for most seniors, their houses are not suitable for the needs of aged individuals. To help...

Oftentimes, our elderly parents refuse to leave home for a senior citizens facility. While you may want to support them in their decision, it is also important that you ensure their safety inside your home. -          Make sure you clean your home and keep it...