Kimberly JohnsonBest Bedroom Products for Fall Prevention
It’s important to address safety for seniors in the bedroom, since falls are a considerable risk getting in and out of bed. With just a few products you can ensure that you can remain as independent as possible all night long. Here are our favorite bedroom accessories and bed to make your bedroom a safe and comfortable place. Top 3 Bedroom Accessories for Fall Prevention Adult Bed Rail & Cushioned Support Bed Swivel Handle [caption id="attachment_113635" align="alignright" width="300"] Swiveling Bed Rail only $99[/caption] This Mobility Bed Rail has an extra pivoting arm to provide extra support while walking or transferring
Continue readingBest Guide to Bathroom Safety for Seniors
We use the bathroom every day ... 365 days of each year. We cherish our bathroom time and depart much happier, yet this room is often the most dangerous place in your home. Being proactive with effective product solutions is the key to fall prevention. For less than a dollar a day, you can equip your bathroom with all the necessary products to keep you safe. Make your bathroom happy and safe every day. Best Guide to Bathroom Safety for Seniors Do you know the BATHROOM HOT SPOTS? Best Guide to Bathroom Safety for Seniors HOT SPOT #1 – Get Some Leverage
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Kathy MacaraegCould Medication Be Causing Falls?
One of the most common ER trips for the elderly is falls. While some result in minor injuries, others can result in major injuries such as broken hips, arms, or worse. If you’ve already gone through your parent’s house and addressed fall risks such as loose rugs, cluttered walkways and poor lighting and they are still falling, their falls may be a result of a health issue. Could Medication Be Causing Falls? Physical Limitations: Balance problems or dizziness can result from a number of ailments, including neurological changes, arthritis, a drop in blood pressure or inner-ear problems. Any of these health
Continue readingHow to Fall-Proof your Home
Did you know, according to the National Institute of Aging, that 6 out of 10 falls happen at home, where we spend most of our time and neglect to consider safety? Most of these falls could be prevented by making some simple changes to your home. At Senior.com, we are experts in fall prevention and consider it our mission to help you live as independently as possible, for as long as possible. We suggest you invite a friend or family member to make this safety assessment with you. Often it takes a 2nd pair of eyes to see hazards you
Continue readingPreventing Senior Falls in Bathrooms
More than one in three seniors over age 65 fall each year, and the National Institute on Aging (NIA) says 80 percent of these falls are in the bathroom. Due to the multitude of unforgiving and slippery surfaces, bathrooms are very hazardous for the home. Preventing Senior Falls in Bathrooms Knowing how to get in and out of tubs and showers properly and equipping homes with necessary safety precautions can reduce senior falls, keep them out of the emergency room and possibly extend their life. Preventing Senior Falls in Bathrooms According to research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,
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Guest BloggerHome Automation for Fall Prevention Awareness Day
Ready, Steady, Balance: Home Automation for Fall Prevention Awareness Day September 22 marks the first day of fall, and many people are no doubt looking forward to the cooler weather, the changing leaves and the holiday season just around the corner. But it's also a day to recognize another, far more serious kind of fall. Home Automation for Fall Prevention Awareness Day The eleventh annual Fall Prevention Awareness Day is an effort to address the serious issue of fall-related injuries among aging adults, and this year's theme - "Ready, Steady, Balance: Prevent Falls in 2016" - seeks to make seniors and
Continue readingBath Tub Safety Grab Bars
Bath tub grab bars are extremely helpful in preventing falls in the bath tub. Senior.com sells a variety of bars to fit your bathroom. Please watch this quick video instructing you on the use and installation of a bath tub grab bar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qh8Pc6bOens Bath Tub Grab Bars Installation Tips: Bathroom safety is paramount for elderly parents, as most accidents and falls happen in the bathroom. Here are six tips for grab bar placement and safety for you or your elderly parent’s home. Grab Bar Height There is no standard height requirement for residential installation of grab bars, and everyone’s
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