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What to Look for (and Avoid) in an Emergency Alert System

Keeping Seniors Active and On Their Feet

  • Fall Alert
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  • Mobility Information

Fall Alert

Caregiver Tip

When choosing an alert system, ask the following three questions: Is the monitoring being done at a UL Listed monitoring center owned by the company you are getting your service from? Can you cancel your service at any time, with no minimum term and no cancellation fees? Are you paying a low monthly rate (around $1 per day) with no installation or shipping fees?

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Automatic Fall Detection: A New Way to Call for Help

New technology allows your parent to wear a device that no longer has to be pressed should they require help in an emergency. If they fall, the device sends a signal—your parent does not have to press a panic button.

Fall Prevention

Caregiver Tip

My dad had physical therapy to help with his balance. His doctor ordered it and Medicare paid for it. We were also given weekly exercises to practice at home. Make sure they have good fitting shoes and use a cane or walker, if necessary.

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7 Things That Cause the Elderly to Fall

Falls are dangerous, but they are not an inevitable part of growing older. Understand these seven reasons why seniors are more susceptible to falling.

4 At-Home Balance-Enhancing Exercises for Seniors

Illness, medication, and aging can make your loved one unsteady on their feet, increasing their risk for dangerous falls. Here are a few at-home exercises that you can do with your loved one to increase their coordination and balance.

How to Prevent a Senior from Falling

Falling is the leading cause of hospital admission and injury for seniors. Learn how falls can be prevented through simple home modifications, regular medical check-ups and lifestyle changes.

Grab Bar Safety Tips

Five tips for grab bar placement to improve the safety of your elderly parent's home.

Walking Aids Provide Stability and Increased Independence

Depending on a loved one's strength, sense of balance, and desires for mobility, the are numerous devices available to help them stay active and independent. Proper research is necessary for deciding on the proper mobility aid.

Why Are Falls So Dangerous for Seniors?

While a trip or tumble may be a minor inconvenience for younger people, falls can cause significant, or even fatal, injuries for elderly individuals.

Mobility Information

Caregiver Tip

If your loved will be bedridden in your home, ask a doctor to prescribe a home health nurse for a week or two to help train you to understand how & when to move them and how to do so without hurting yourself. You should also be very aware of pressure (or bed) sores whether they're in a wheelchair or bedridden these can be quite painful and become septic and fetid.

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Questions and Answers About Hip Replacement Surgery and Recovery

Everyone will have questions when an elderly loved one requires a hip replacement, also known as arthroplasty. What can caregivers expect for their loved ones? How long is hospitalization? What about recovery time?

Hip Replacement: How to Prepare and What to Expect

Hip replacement surgery can cause a lot of anxiety for both the person having the hip replaced and his or her loved ones. It doesn't have to be as scary when you know what to expect.

What to Expect After a Hip Replacement

Mom or dad is finally having that problem hip replaced. You’ve made plans for the surgery and hospital stays. But are you prepared for what comes after the surgery?

Expert Advice: How to Choose a Mobility Aid

A certified assistive technology professional offers advice on the kinds of devices that are available, mobility assessments and how to ensure that insurance will cover the costs of such equipment.
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