by Next Day Access | Jun 10, 2022 | Aging in Place
These days, Canadians live longer, most even reaching the age of 100. Canada saw an increase of almost 26% in centenarians between 2006-2011. This increase is the second-highest increase among all age groups. According to the Office of Actuary data, the average...
by Next Day Access | Jun 10, 2022 | Celebrations & Awarenesses
This year, Father’s Day is June 19th which is fast approaching. Sometimes figuring out what to get Dad can be a challenging endeavor, especially if you want to get him something special or sentimental. We have a fantastic aging father gift idea / suggestion for you,...
by Next Day Access | May 31, 2022 | Home Solutions
If you are a business owner, you often likely think of new or creative ways to bring in more revenue. One of the best ways to ensure your business is more successful is to make it accessible to everyone. Most business owners know there are laws for your business to be...
by Next Day Access | May 31, 2022 | Aging in Place, Fall Prevention, Home Solutions
For aging adults, the stairs in their homes can become too dangerous to navigate. They may have limited mobility, accessibility concerns, lack of stability, or weakened muscles. When the stairs seem too challenging, many aging adults may think it is time for an...
by Next Day Access | May 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 Next Day Access | May 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 Next Day Access | May 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 Next Day Access | May 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 Next Day Access | May 16, 2022 | Home Solutions
If you are the caretaker for an aging loved one, you must be vigilant when fall proofing your home. Fall prevention is an essential part of helping prevent falls in aging adults and keeping them safe and healthy. Aging adults are already at a higher risk of falls due...
by Next Day Access | Apr 29, 2022 | Home Solutions
A vehicle lift is a mobility tool that helps individuals who use a wheelchair or a scooter. The scooter or wheelchair can be safely stored inside or outside the vehicle with little effort and transported to the destination for use by installing a vehicle lift in a van...
by Next Day Access | Apr 29, 2022 | Aging in Place
When someone has a disability, getting into a pool can be a struggle and unsafe. Pool lifts are assistive aquatic access devices designed for people with disabilities or limited mobility who need help getting into a pool safely. At Next Day Access, we offer a variety...
by Next Day Access | Apr 28, 2022 | Aging in Place
When choosing to rent or buy a ramp the decision can be confusing. An important thing to consider is how long will you need the ramp? If you think you will need it for longer than 6 months many people choose to buy the ramp. If you have a temporary injury and will...
by Next Day Access | Apr 28, 2022 | Bathroom Safety, Caregivers
Many family caregivers do not get proper training on transferring someone with mobility difficulties from one place to another. For example, one of the most common tasks is to help someone in a wheelchair move safely to a toilet. Thankfully, there are a handful of...
by Next Day Access | Apr 25, 2022 | Aging in Place, Bathroom Safety
Getting an older patient to bathe can be a struggle for many family caregivers. The biggest concerns are if they do not bathe, they could develop infections, produce a strong odor, or become aggravatingly itchy. Harvard Health recommends showering or bathing at...
by Next Day Access | Apr 25, 2022 | Celebrations & Awarenesses
“When I heard about this, I was not at all surprised,” said Bret Tharp, CEO of Next Day Access Wilmington. “John dedicates his life to being a servant and a positive influence. He represents everything we want in our company.” Needless to say, at Next Day Access,...
by Next Day Access | Apr 20, 2022 | News
KNOXVILLE, TN., APRIL 20, 2022 – Next Day Access Knoxville and Harmar Mobility partner with Make-A-Wish East Tennessee to provide a customized Helix curved stairlift for Madison Peak, a local child in Knoxville, TN. Next Day Access Knoxville is a...
by Next Day Access | Apr 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%...
by Next Day Access | Apr 14, 2022 | Health & Wellness
Are you an older adult struggling with sleeping? These tips can help you with age-related sleep difficulties, overcome insomnia, and get a good night’s rest. As we age, we experience regular changes in our sleep patterns. You could become sleepy earlier in the day,...
by Next Day Access | Apr 12, 2022 | News
Next Day Access Colorado Springs, a leading provider of accessibility and mobility solutions for residences and commercial businesses, becomes the state of Colorado’s exclusive dealer for UP Stairlift. Next Day Access Colorado Springs is a local provider of...
by Next Day Access | Apr 7, 2022 | Celebrations & Awarenesses
Every April 7th, the world celebrates World Health Day. It is a day each year to draw attention to a specific health topic of concern worldwide. This year’s theme is “Our planet, our health.” Our planet, our health According to the World Health Organization...
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