You’ve heard that falls become a bigger risk as we age. But did you know that falls are actually the leading cause of unintentional injury and death for those 65 and older? According to the CDC, 1 out of 4 older adults will fall each year in the U.S., making falls a...
5 Ways to Help Your Aging Parent Prepare Their Home for Winter Fall seems to always fly by faster than any of us are prepared for. Before we know it, winter arrives. And with it, the potential for winter storms. If you help take care of your aging parents, fall is a...
Does your loved one live alone? Do they live in an area that tornadoes commonly pass through each year? If so, then tornado safety for seniors is something you’ve likely considered. On average, about 1,200 tornadoes are reported each year in the United States. In...
How do you know when it’s time to consider assisted living for your aging parent? Whether you live a state away or just across town, it’s never easy to witness your parents age. It can be challenging to know when it’s time to intervene or have a conversation, but...
While caring for aging parents is often a tender and rewarding phase of life, successful caregiving while also attending to your own life can also be challenging to balance. We designed this checklist for caring for elderly parents to give you a tangible overview of...
