by FSM | May 5, 2021 | Fall Prevention
Slipping and falling can be devastating for seniors. According to a study from 2007 to 2016, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that death rates from falls increased by 30% in older adults. This is an alarming number and there are fears the number...
by FSM | May 3, 2021 | Aging in Place, Home & Bath Modification
As more seniors than ever before strive to age in place, home modifications are becoming the norm. This is also true for people who have mobility concerns due to having a disability. The good news is you can create a more accessible space without breaking the bank in...
by FSM | May 3, 2021 | Health & Wellness
Gardening is an activity that has multiple purposes and just as many benefits for seniors. It takes a lot of effort to maintain a good garden, and the physical benefits are well worth it. Plus, seniors enjoy the mental aspects of a beautiful garden as it gives them a...
by FSM | May 3, 2021 | Health & Wellness
Seniors should be seeking out ways to stay healthy if they are striving for independent living. A strong immune system is essential to avoid many health issues seniors face today. According to Harvard Medical School, the first line of defense to having a strong immune...
by FSM | May 3, 2021 | Caregivers, Health & Wellness
Caring for an aging parent is something most people will have to do at some point in their lifetime. However, you don’t know when the time will come and what your situation will be like. According to an article from AARP, more than ten million millennials are...
by FSM | May 3, 2021 | Technology
Aging in place is something many seniors strive for today. The thought of living in their home instead of an assisted living facility is attractive for many reasons. However, one trap that too many seniors fall into is staying at home too often and not going outside...
by FSM | May 3, 2021 | Aging in Place
With the aging population trending to aging in place, it’s important to understand what you’ll need to do to prepare. Home modifications are a major component of successfully aging in place and making senior life safer. You also may need to adopt certain habits now so...
by FSM | May 3, 2021 | Uncategorized
High school students getting ready to go to college have a major decision to make regarding which college to attend. This decision is even more difficult if the student has a physical disability. Accessibility standards are not the same across the board, so finding...
by FSM | May 3, 2021 | Aging in Place, Health & Wellness
Mental health is a major concern for people across the United States and worldwide. According to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America, the most common mental illness in the country is anxiety, affecting approximately 40 million people every year....
by FSM | May 3, 2021 | Uncategorized
Schools have the difficult task of trying to make their spaces accessible for kids of all abilities. Some do a better job than others in this regard, but even small efforts can make a major impact. Adjusting for kids with a physical disability is common. However,...
by FSM | May 3, 2021 | Uncategorized
When you have a physical disability, some of the simplest tasks can be challenging. It’s always important to ask for help when you need something so you can prevent hurting yourself. You should also use the resources available to you to make life a little easier. Nike...
by FSM | May 3, 2021 | News
Google is known for being ahead of the game when it comes to technological advances, and they’ve done it again with their latest updates. This time they’ve geared their updates toward helping people with disabilities with some of their apps, including Live Transcribe,...
by FSM | May 1, 2021 | Health & Wellness
Everyone should start thinking about retirement at an early age. When you’re younger, this might mean saving as much money as you can so you can have a decent amount saved when you get older. But then once you are near retirement, it’s time to start thinking about the...
by FSM | Apr 30, 2021 | Technology
Driving a vehicle is one of the biggest things people take for granted every day. But then they realize how much they rely on their car when it’s taken away from them. As you get older, you might lose the ability to drive your vehicle safely, so you have to look at...
by FSM | Apr 26, 2021 | News, Uncategorized
Greater Toronto, Canada, April 26, 2021: Next Day Access is pleased to announce the opening of its newest location in the Greater Toronto area. This is the first international development for the company. This location will serve the greater Toronto area as a leading...
by FSM | Apr 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
Dealing with a disability can bring some uncertainty to certain aspects of your life. However, considering more than 61 million Americans live with a disability, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, people have to find ways to plan and adapt....
by FSM | Apr 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
People who want to age in place sometimes have to make adjustments in their house to make it easier to navigate. The last thing you want to happen is to experience a fall in the shower that causes an injury and limits your ability to live independently. Installing...
by FSM | Apr 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
Winter can be a fun time of year to travel. Whether you love winter weather and want to vacation in spots where you can see lots of snow, or if you want to go to a warmer location, there are plenty of disability-friendly places to consider. One of the worries people...
by FSM | Apr 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
Planning a winter getaway when you have a disability requires a little more thought and preparation than if you didn’t have a disability. You have to know which hotels are most accommodating for your disability, what transportation options are available, what airline...
by FSM | Apr 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
Once you’ve got an outdoor trip planned and have your mobility devices ready to go, it’s time to start thinking about the other things that will make your trip successful. Having your mobility scooter or wheelchair lined up is great, but you also need to determine...
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