by FSM | Oct 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
Technology today allows people to connect their home fire and smoke alarm directly to a home security system that will alert the fire department in the event of a fire. This technology is great for ensuring seniors get out of the house safely during a fire, as well as...
by FSM | Oct 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
Juggling finances can be challenging for seniors. It’s often difficult to know how much money you will need to live comfortably, especially when unexpected medical expenses could arise at any moment. When providing senior care to a loved one, it’s important to have a...
by FSM | Oct 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
With so much negativity going on in the world today, it can sometimes be challenging to have a positive mindset. However, thinking positive thoughts and living life as optimistically as possible can go a long way in improving your mind, body, and soul. The mental...
by FSM | Oct 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
One of the things the aging population fears about getting older is not having enough things to do to occupy their time. It’s easy to lose the social aspect of life when practicing independent living, especially when you don’t have many friends or family nearby to see...
by FSM | Oct 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
Flu season is right around the corner, so it’s time to start thinking about when you’ll get your flu shot. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, getting an annual seasonal flu vaccine is the most effective way to protect yourself. The importance...
by FSM | Oct 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, roughly 25% of adults in the United States report having some type of disability. These disabilities may pertain to cognitive abilities, vision, hearing, or others, but the most common type of disability has...
by FSM | Oct 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
People with mobility limitations typically notice even the smallest steps to enter a building or a room. A raised step of just a couple of inches can be a trip hazard for people who don’t have good balance or stability. Whether you’ve suffered an injury that has...
by FSM | Oct 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
As you get older, the fear of falling increases. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about three million elderly people have to visit an emergency room every year due to fall injuries. While some falls occur purely as a fluke no one could have...
by FSM | Oct 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
The COVID-19 pandemic put a temporary halt to restaurant dining, but now restaurants across the country are reopening with specific guidelines in place. One of the most common guidelines is allowing customers to dine outside or limiting the number of customers allowed...
by FSM | Oct 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
The coronavirus pandemic has forced many students to take remote classes from home rather than attend school in a traditional classroom. Whether you’re a parent with mobility limitations or if your child has a physical disability, making your home accessible when...
by FSM | Oct 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is designed to create equal opportunities for people with disabilities and prohibit forms of discrimination directed toward disabled people. The ADA states that an employer must make reasonable accommodations for people with a...
by FSM | Oct 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
Power wheelchairs can make navigation much easier for people with disabilities. With the technology available today, maneuvering even some of the tightest spaces is a breeze with electric wheelchairs. If you’re considering investing in a power wheelchair, it’s...
by FSM | Oct 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
According to Pew Research Center, roughly seven million students throughout the United States have a disability, whether it’s physical or cognitive. Many of these students will opt for online learning this school year due to the coronavirus pandemic, but it’s still...
by FSM | Sep 10, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
Next Day Access Reopening San Antonio Location San Antonio, Texas, August 31, 2020: Next Day Access is pleased to announce that it has re-opened its San Antonio, Texas business under new ownership. The Next Day Access San Antonio franchise, which provides home...
by FSM | Sep 10, 2020 | Uncategorized
Donate A Victim of the Minneapolis Riots Needs Our Help Close to midnight on May 29, the third day of the riots, Launette Figliuzzi’s life was going to forever change. Unable to sleep, she was in the kitchen to get a snack when she felt an unexplainable and intense...
by FSM | Aug 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
A person’s vision is one of the most common things taken for granted until it’s gone or begins deteriorating. Like going to the doctor or dentist for a checkup annually, doing the same with an eye doctor can detect problems early and potentially correct them before...
by FSM | Aug 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
Many times the aging population will experience changes in their cognitive ability, but this doesn’t always mean they’ve developed a cognitive disability. Alzheimer’s is one of the first things that comes to mind for seniors and caregivers alike when cognitive...
by FSM | Aug 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
Each individual of the aging population has a unique view about how their life will look 5, 10, 15 or even 20 years from now. Those who strive for independent living may want to continue doing so, but aren’t sure if their cognitive ability will remain strong for so...
by FSM | Aug 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
Seniors who can still drive a car safely are usually doing very well with independent living. Sometimes, though, they may be driving the same car for many years and it doesn’t provide them with the comfort, safety or versatility needed anymore. Most seniors want to...
by FSM | Aug 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
For seniors, gardening is one of the most relaxing and enjoyable activities they can participate in. However, not all seniors are fortunate enough to be able to do so because of a physical disability or some sort of mobility limitation. This doesn’t mean those seniors...
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