One of the most telling signs that seniors need more support to age independently in place is a lack of fresh food ingredients or, even worse, bare pantries and refrigerators shelves. This is why professional home care agencies offer grocery shopping and meal preparation as part of their services lineup,
Read MoreAuthor: Jen Davis | Posted in: Senior Safety
The prospect of losing your vision can be a scary one. We depend so much on our eyes and what they tell us about the world around us. Aside from showing us the beauty around us, our eyes tell us of the dangers ahead, such as a dangling electrical cord or an over-boiling pot.
Read MoreAuthor: Rachel Randolph | Posted in: Senior Safety | Tags: senior independence, vision care
Each year, one out of three adults age 65 and older falls, the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries among seniors, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Knowing what can be done around the house to help prevent or reduce the risk of falls can save a senior from the emergency room or worse.
Read MoreAuthor: Rachel Randolph | Posted in: Senior Safety | Tags: Fall Prevention, senior independence
