Clearing Slippery Ramps for Safe Wheelchair Access
Clearing Your Slippery Ramps For those who use a walker or a wheelchair and a ramp to enter and exit their home, ice and snow … Read more
Safety
Fire Safety for the Elderly: Why Photoelectric Alarms Matter
Smoke Alarms, Fire Safety, and Seniors’ Homes Fire safety is a concern for a caregiver every day of the year. Smoke alarms help many caregivers … Read more
Beating the Heat: Tips for Staying Cool and Safe in Summer
Staying Cool in the Summertime It’s summer, and it’s hot here in Texas. It’s getting hot wherever you are this summer. And that heat can … Read more
Holiday Meals for Swallowing Difficulties: Tips and Strategies
Swallowing Difficulties and Holiday Meals Does someone in your household or extended family have difficulty swallowing or chewing? If so, part of planning your holiday … Read more
Swallowing Problems in the Elderly
Info about swallowing problems in the elderly. I recently read an article about a man who had a stroke and suffered from swallowing problems. He … Read more
Managing Thin Skin on Elderly
My mother had thin skin on her arms. One day she tripped and almost fell while I was standing next to her. I reached out … Read more
5 Steps for Safely Using a Tub Transfer Bench
A shower can be so relaxing, can’t it? It is great to sit back and let that warm water wash away your dirt and worries. … Read more
Navigating Stairs with a Cane: Tips and Importance of Accessibility
When You Must Use Stairs with a Cane Recently, I traveled to a county government building with a lady forced to use stairs with a … Read more
Ensuring Senior Safety at Home with Monitoring Systems
Monitoring System for Seniors’ As a caregiver, you may be trying to help your loved one remain in their home and be independent. If that’s … Read more
Using Oxygen Safely at Home: Tips and Tricks for Caregivers
Precautions for Using Oxygen Safely at Home Are you a caregiver for someone using oxygen tanks or cylinders at home? If so, you probably have … Read more
