Senior Safety: Prescription Drugs That Raise the Risk of Falls
What comes to mind when you think about fall prevention for older family members? Putting more lights in the home? Eliminating clutter and other tripping hazards? Keeping floors dry and clean? These are all important elements of fall prevention, but there is another common culprit to be aware of: prescription drugs that raise the risk […]
The Value of a Medical Assessment When an Older Loved One Falls
When you were helping Mom make lunch the other day, she turned around, lost her balance, and began to fall. Fortunately, you were able to get there in time to help ease the tumble, so she wasn’t hurt. Since there was no injury, you did not need to go to the doctor. Following a brief […]
Eliminate Senior Falls with These Exercises
Fall prevention: it’s one of the lead aspects of healthy aging, given that senior falls are one of the top reasons for major injury and even loss of life in older adults. At Live Free Home Health Care, we work tirelessly to ensure the home environment is free of fall dangers and that necessary alterations […]
Live Free Home Health Care’s Top Tips for Preventing Falls
We’ve all seen comedy shows that involved a person accidentally stepping on a banana peel and staging an exaggerated, elaborate fall – but senior falls are undeniably no laughing matter. Indeed, falls are the leading cause of both serious injury and death in older adults, with tens of millions of the elderly falling each year. […]
Striving for Safety: Identifying Risks for Elderly Falls
Fall risk factors for older adults with dementia are three times greater than those without cognitive impairments, reports Home Care Partners, a nonprofit home care agency in Washington, D.C. Unfortunately, the potential for regaining the previous level of functioning after a fall is particularly poor in older people with dementia. Those with dementia are less likely to bounce back and […]
Striving for Safety: About Falls in Older Adults With Dementia
Did you know one in every three persons over the age of 65 falls each year, and one quarter of those adults will have a second fall within six months? Home Care Partners, a nonprofit home care agency in Washington, D.C. reports falls are the major cause of morbidity and mortality in older people with cognitive impairments such as […]
In-Home Care Services Help Older Adults Remain Independent
Ready or not, the holiday season is upon us! As you prepare for family get-togethers, there is something more to consider besides what dishes to prepare, which gifts to purchase, and how far off your diet you’re willing to stray. During holiday celebrations, it is very common to notice changes in older family members you […]
The Typical Challenges Family Caregivers Face
Taking care of your aging parents is a remarkably rewarding act of love. As you reflect on the care they provided for you when you were growing up, you now are able to reciprocate. It allows you to take your relationship with your parents to a whole new level. That being said, providing care for […]
How to Work With Your Pharmacist to Learn About a New Medication
You have just left the doctor’s office with Mom. The doctor is forwarding a new medication to the drug store that should be ready as soon as you get there. You plan to zip through the drive-through window, grab the medication, and take Mom to lunch. But is there a step you’re missing? When a […]
Understanding the Top Assistive Devices for Arthritis
When a person has arthritis, even simple, daily tasks and activities can result in unbearable pain. It could result in a loss of self-sufficiency, as the person begins to rely more heavily on others for aid. Thankfully, there are a variety of assistive devices that may both alleviate pain and allow people that have arthritis […]