Seniors Safety

The bladder problems among seniors can increase the risk of falling and have a severe effect on the quality of life of seniors. Fortunately, physical therapists can help you identify bladder issues in seniors and improve these without any medications or surgery.  Moreover, physical therapy can reduce the risk of ...

Seniors having eye diseases or vision loss do not mean that they should stay confined within the home or safe facilities only. Even seniors with low vision can live independently within their own communities if you make simple adaptations to their personal home environments.  This not only makes them enjoy ...

The incidence of injuries resulting from snow removal becomes obvious when the snow falls and accumulates. These injuries on seniors can range from strained backs, and broken bones to serious cuts. The problem with the seniors is that they underestimate the time, strength, and stamina it requires for them to ...

There comes a time when family members fear that seniors are no longer safe behind the wheel. Also, family members hesitate to act on this but ignoring the warning signs can turn out to be dangerous and have severe consequences. Health Conditions Affecting Senior’s Ability To Drive It is not ...

According to research, nearly 16.1 Million seniors go to emergencies due to fall-related injuries in the winter season. The chances of falling in winter increase for seniors aged 65 years and above. The leading cause of injuries among seniors is falls. The seniors must be aware of the falls as ...

Like other persons and adults, seniors too have a desire to live independently. The surprising thing is that the desire does not lessen with age. But leaving seniors alone on their own to live independently is risky. Consequently, it is you who has to help seniors live independently and do ...

The research indicates that pets can be the best companion for seniors at home. The presence of pets can calm the agitation, loneliness and treat low blood pressure among seniors. A pet can be a senior’s best friend especially when they are living alone. Many care facilities also make use ...

As seniors age, their ability to escape during a fire emergency diminishes because of decreased mobility, poor eyesight, and hearing or cognitive capabilities. Compared to the other population, seniors aged 65 are likely to suffer injuries or lose their lives. There are certain precautions you need to take in the ...

A fall not only leads to injuries among seniors but also impacts their health, confidence, and independence. The study reveals that every year, nearly 3 Million seniors end up being in a hospital because of severe injuries caused by falls. The drastic consequences of falls among seniors can be depression, ...

The severity of health conditions such as heart disease or cancer in seniors is widely known. In addition to this, another serious health consequence for seniors is falling. Falls among seniors are not new and have become a common thing now. Usually, seniors aged 65 or above are more likely ...