by FSM | Feb 19, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
Millions of Americans across the country use a mobility device, such as an electric scooter, to help improve their mobility. Considering an estimated one in every four people over the age of 65 suffer a fall every year, looking into mobility scooters is beneficial for...
by FSM | Feb 19, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
According to the National Alliance for Caregiving and Evercare, the value of family caregivers throughout the United States is an estimated $375 billion per year, compared to the roughly $158 billion spent on nursing homes and home care. The most eye-opening aspect of...
by FSM | Feb 19, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
Suddenly losing or having impaired mobility after a hospital visit can be difficult for anyone. This is especially true for aging adults who want to be as independent as possible. As a caregiver, you play a vital role in ensuring the transition from the hospital back...
by FSM | Feb 19, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
You can’t always predict when you’ll be unable to move around as well as you used to. Aging can happen more quickly than you expected, or a sudden injury could significantly limit your mobility. This is a problem if you have a multi-level home that’s not designed for...
by FSM | Jan 24, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
Getting in and out of a vehicle can be challenging if you’re dealing with an injury or simply have a hard time getting around. A wheelchair vehicle lift is designed to allow you or your loved one to remain active by providing simple transportation of your mobility...
by FSM | Jan 24, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, death rates from falls for individuals 65 and older have increased by over 30 percent during a span from 2007-2016. Most people have seen a lift chair before, but didn’t realize what they were looking at....
by FSM | Jan 24, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
There are numerous resources available to our nation’s veterans and senior veterans. Some of the veteran benefits are more common. Many veterans may have already taken advantage of job search and training programs, special interest home loans, or education resources....
by FSM | Jan 24, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
The New Year can encourage people to reflect on and alter their daily routines. They may want to lose weight, eat healthier, stop smoking, exercise more, save money and much more. While these are generally in good spirits, they lack an actionable plan on the surface....
by FSM | Jan 24, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
Those who find themselves caring for a loved one often realize the difficulty it can be to help them access doorways and entrances. There are different types of wheelchair ramps suitable for use in a home setting. Here is a look at some of the available options....
by FSM | Jan 24, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
For individuals who have difficulty moving around, mobility aids can mean a greater level of independence and freedom. A person with an injury or disability who has trouble with movement and older adults who have an increased risk of falling can use an aid such as an...
by FSM | Jan 24, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
Getting older can present some physical challenges. For many, the fear of falling begins to present limitations. There are statistics to back up this concern as over 2 million elderly individuals are taken to the ER every year for fall-related injuries. This can be a...
by FSM | Jan 24, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
Research from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention concludes that falls cause over 2.8 million injuries that require treatment from an emergency department annually. Out of that number, over 800,000 people must be hospitalized and over 27,000 people die...
by FSM | Jan 24, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
Overall health is usually a big concern when it comes to senior care. According to the National Council on Aging, around 80% of elderly people have a chronic disease, and many of those people have two or more chronic diseases. While healthy habits are important...
by FSM | Jan 24, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
A patient lift is designed for transferring patients from one location to another such as from a bed to a chair, or from a chair to a bath. They can be powered manually or with an electrical power source. A powered version usually has a rechargeable battery, and a...
by FSM | Jan 24, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
Being active doesn’t mean you have to go to the gym every day or even participate in strenuous exercises regularly. It’s particularly important to stay active during the winter months, which means you may have to get creative since outdoor activities for elderly...
by FSM | Jan 24, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
Thousands of people trip and fall each year, and many of them have serious consequences. This is especially true for an aging parent or elderly loved one who may not be able to recover from the injury as quickly. According to the National Council on Aging, an elder...
by FSM | Jan 24, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
Finding extra funding can be challenging for the elderly and those with disabilities. For many, obtaining a reverse mortgage can provide additional funds to help achieve goals. New regulations over the last few years have reduced the high costs and made it a viable...
by FSM | Jan 24, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
Centers for Independent Living (CIL) are community-based non-profit agencies that provide both services and opportunities for people who have disabilities. The goal is to enable them to live in an independent, community setting such as retirement homes, an assisted...
by FSM | Jan 24, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
What is the Money Follows the Person Program? Medicaid and Medicare programs have been primary funding sources for providing care for mobility-impaired individuals and the elderly since President Johnson established them in 1965. While the federal programs provide...
by FSM | Jan 24, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
Making your office more accessible also makes it a more attractive place to work. Whether you only need to accommodate employees or if you have clients or customers coming in and out throughout the day, having a wheelchair ramp in strategic locations can make a world...
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