by FSM | août 15, 2025 | Health & Wellness, Home & Bath Modification, Home Solutions
Getting a mobility device is a major life change, but it doesn’t have to decrease your quality of life. Yes, the way you move in the world is different now, but there are so many resources available to help you navigate life with confidence. And thanks to the always...
by FSM | février 29, 2024 | Health & Wellness
In today’s world, inclusive design in public spaces is not just a trend; it’s a necessity. These spaces, ranging from parks to retail storefronts, play a pivotal role in our communities. They are the arenas where social interactions flourish and communal...
by FSM | septembre 20, 2023 | Celebrations & Awarenesses, Health & Wellness
If the COVID-19 pandemic, wildfires, hurricanes, and other recent calamities have taught us anything, it’s that emergencies can happen unexpectedly and have devastating impacts on communities. National Preparedness Month is an annual campaign held every...
by FSM | mai 16, 2023 | Aging in Place, Health & Wellness, Home & Bath Modification, Home Solutions, Technology
For seniors, being able to live independently at home remains a common choice. According to a report from Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies, the vast majority of adults 65 years and older live in detached, single family housing. If you are part of...
by FSM | avril 25, 2023 | Aging in Place, Health & Wellness, Home Solutions
If you are a senior who wants to stay in your home, you’re not alone. A recent poll from the University of Michigan found that 88% of seniors want to stay in their homes as they age. The popular decision to stay in your home as an older adult is sometimes called...
by FSM | mars 21, 2023 | Fall Prevention, Health & Wellness
When it comes to navigating winter weather conditions, wheelchair users face a unique set of challenges. Hazards like slippery surfaces, reduced visibility, and mobility barriers can limit access and even lead to life-threatening emergencies. The good news is that you...
by FSM | novembre 3, 2022 | Aging in Place, Health & Wellness
A new study by researchers at the University of Virginia found that people with type 2 diabetes who attend an annual wellness check are significantly less likely to require a major lower extremity amputation within the same year. The research involved Medicare...
by FSM | octobre 31, 2022 | Celebrations & Awarenesses, Health & Wellness
Many aging adults cannot wait for retirement. Then when retirement comes along, many often complain that they find themselves bored. Fortunately, there are many volunteer activities you can do to help you lead a more fulfilling life. In some cases, when an aging...
by FSM | octobre 3, 2022 | Health & Wellness
“People are not confined to their wheelchairs. They are, in fact, liberated by their wheels. A person with paralysis can get around as quickly in a wheelchair as a non-disabled person can walking,” said the Christopher Reeve Foundation. When you have the perfect...
by FSM | octobre 3, 2022 | Aging in Place, Health & Wellness
An estimated 40 million Americans are living with arthritis and suffer side effects from the disease daily. There are over 100 different types of arthritis, yet rheumatoid and osteoarthritis are the most common. Arthritis is an inflammatory condition that affects...
by FSM | septembre 28, 2022 | Health & Wellness
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), over 130 million people in the United States have diabetes or are pre-diabetic. Nearly 50% of adults over the age of 65 are pre-diabetic. If you are a caregiver, there is a chance you are helping manage diabetes in...
by FSM | août 22, 2022 | Health & Wellness
According to the CDC, millions of people over 65 have horrible falls that result in hospital visits every year. One out of four aging adults falls each year. These statistics are staggering. When an older adult falls, it is nowhere close to the same as someone younger...
by FSM | août 18, 2022 | Health & Wellness
Aging adults need to be cognizant of heat stroke since their bodies do not adjust to high temperatures like they once did. This causes them to be more susceptible to dehydration. It is especially critical for adults with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease because they...
by FSM | juillet 25, 2022 | Health & Wellness
Looking out at a gorgeous garden filled with plants and flowers can do wonders for the mind. A garden in full bloom is pleasing to the eyes and the nose. It is even better when you plant those flowers and plants. Perhaps you enjoy growing your own fruits and...
by FSM | juillet 22, 2022 | Health & Wellness
Exercise is important during all phases of life, but it’s especially important for aging adults. It is essential for maintaining independence and flexibility among other benefits. To determine the best exercises for you, focus on activities that help with...
by FSM | mai 20, 2022 | Health & Wellness
Medicaid is a state-administered federally controlled health insurance program. It covers vulnerable people from birth to age 65 and beyond. The system and its rules, however, can be confusing, especially if you are attempting to navigate it for a loved one or...
by FSM | mai 19, 2022 | Aging in Place, Health & Wellness
If you are working with a doctor to help the aging adult in your life get the best care possible, how do you determine if every recommended treatment or test will be harmful or helpful? Yes, Doctors are the experts when it comes to treating disease, but you are the...
by FSM | mai 18, 2022 | Caregivers, Health & Wellness
Sadly, many people in hospitals or nursing homes receive care that aligns not with their wishes. Aging adults need to voice their end-of-life requests to their families and caretakers. One of the biggest requests by aging adults is the desire to die at home surrounded...
by FSM | mai 17, 2022 | Health & Wellness
As we age, we develop normal age-related memory loss, and sometimes our memory loss could relate to lack of sleep or stress. However, sometimes your frequent memory loss could be a sign of premature Alzheimer’s. Studies show if Alzheimer’s disease is caught...
by FSM | avril 18, 2022 | Health & Wellness
Cognitive decline, memory problems, and isolation issues are all problems that make aging adults vulnerable to mental health issues. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), a study of mental health in older adults ages 55 and older showed an estimated 20%...
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