by Next Day Access | Jun 25, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
If you’re caring for a senior living at home, it’s important to monitor the amount of water they are consuming daily. According to the National Institutes of Health, being dehydrated can significantly increase risks of hyperthermia, especially in older people....
by Next Day Access | Jun 25, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
What’s the first thing you think of when someone says they need to boost their immune system? For most people, the answer is Vitamin C. Consuming Vitamin C is always beneficial, but especially during flu season to help your immune system fight it off. Eating foods...
by Next Day Access | Jun 25, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
Backyard barbecues are great activities for people of all ages. Whether you invite people from your neighborhood to hang out with you or if you have friends and family nearby, getting people together to enjoy the sun, maybe a cool swimming pool and great food are...
by Next Day Access | Jun 25, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
Caregivers have a difficult job of taking care of their own family as well as a loved one. When summer activities are going on, it may seem like you have to be in multiple places at once. This is when having meals planned ahead of time can be a lifesaver. While it may...
by Next Day Access | Jun 25, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
The importance of daily exercise gets even higher as you get older. According to a study by the University of California San Diego School of Medicine, elderly women with minimal physical activity, and who sit for at least ten hours a day, develop cells that can be...
by Next Day Access | Jun 25, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
It doesn’t take long for the UV rays from the sun to damage your skin. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the skin can suffer sun damage in just 15 minutes when exposed to UV rays. It’s critical for seniors to protect their skin from...
by Next Day Access | Jun 25, 2020 | News
The summer season can present some challenges when it comes to your health. Aside from the dangers of the heat and being out directly in the sun, people typically have more access to unhealthy foods at barbecue cookouts and other events. While you may be staying as...
by Next Day Access | Jun 25, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
As the weather continues turning hotter and more humid, it’s important for seniors practicing independent living to become aware of their body and environment. Heat exhaustion can occur quickly, so you can’t ignore any of the signs that develop indicating you’re...
by Next Day Access | Jun 25, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
Boredom happens at all stages of life. Kids can get bored playing with toys, adults can get bored with their job and people of retirement age can get bored trying to find things to do. Too much boredom can have unintended consequences like eating unhealthy or becoming...
by Next Day Access | Jun 25, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
The coronavirus pandemic has forced people across the world to alter their lifestyles to some extent. Seniors living at home particularly have had to make some lifestyle changes due to social distancing guidelines. However, according to a Gallup poll and reported by...
by Next Day Access | Jun 25, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
Independent living for seniors is all about being comfortable at home. When you spend the majority of your time at your home, the convenience of having a stair lift or other mobility device is worth the investment. But you also have to think about aesthetics. It’s...
by Next Day Access | Jun 25, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
A great activity for senior living is planting a garden of flowers or having flowers located around your home. The process of planting the flowers helps keep you active, and having a porch lift can help increase your mobility and see the beautiful colors in your yard...
by Next Day Access | Jun 25, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
It can be difficult to watch an elderly loved one have mobility limitations. The good news is mobility aids can significantly improve their range and boost their quality of life at the same time. The hardest part is convincing them that a device can do those things,...
by Next Day Access | Jun 25, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
Seniors are often more vulnerable than people think with certain things. They may worry quietly about issues surrounding politics, family struggles, global concerns and other things. It’s particularly common in seniors practicing independent living since they may not...
by Next Day Access | Jun 25, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
A stair lift can be the ultimate assistive device for a senior living at home. Tripping and falling scenarios are more likely when stairs are involved. Improving your overall balance, strengthening your muscles and taking care of other health concerns can reduce the...
by Next Day Access | Jun 25, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
According to the National Council on Aging, approximately one out of every four Americans age 65 and older falls every year. Falling has long been one of the most common ways older people get injured, and many times it’s preventable. You can adjust your living space...
by Next Day Access | Jun 25, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
New building construction today takes into consideration people with disabilities more than it has in the past. The goal is to create accessible spaces for anyone who would enter the building, no matter their age or physical abilities. The World Health Organization...
by Next Day Access | Jun 25, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
During times like these when people, seniors in particular, need to be distancing themselves from others as much as possible, staying connected is important. The aging population has traditionally been hesitant to adopt modern technology for various reasons. However,...
by Next Day Access | Jun 25, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
People with mobility limitations often feel like they are restricted to staying inside their homes since it’s safer. Falling is a fear many seniors have, and for good reasons. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, roughly three million elderly...
by Next Day Access | Jun 25, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
The warmer temperatures of the spring are here, which means summer is just around the corner. For many people, summer is a time to gather with family and friends by a swimming pool, at a park or just in each other’s backyard to pass the time and enjoy the weather....
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