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In the USA we are highly dependent on the automobile for transportation. Many people see no way to live their lives without driving. Living in a location that’s walkable is a real benefit for those wishing to age in place. Studies show that most of us are going to outlive our ability to safely drive. […]
Difficulty moving from sit to stand is a common problem for Aging in Place See below for more information about standing up with body pain or weakness Home Safety Modifications Home safety modifications are more important than ever as health care shifts away from institutions and into private homes. Our aging population is causing a […]
Learn about some of the important differences between nursing home care and assisted living care
In the USA we are highly dependent on the automobile for transportation Many people see no way to live their lives without driving. Driver retirement is not seen as an option. Living in a location that’s walkable is a real benefit for those wishing to age in place. Studies show that most of us are […]
Autumn or “Fall” is Fall Prevention Awareness time. The internet has numerous checklists, videos and charts about fall prevention. In my experience working in a rehabilitation center many of the patients admitted there have had a fall. Often the fall caused a fracture or other serious injury. Someone’s life changed in the flash of a […]
Benefits of at Home Care At home care leads to a higher satisfaction with life, especially when frailty is a factor Home care allows dignity, independence and maximum comfort for the recipient. Institutional care cannot replace the comfort and familiarity of staying at home Home care promotes healing. Research demonstrates that patients heal more quickly […]
Case study of a virtual home safety consultation with recommendations
Eating and Swallowing When an adult begins to show signs of an eating or swallowing disorder families become concerned and confused. What could that possibly mean? In my experience working with adults with medical and cognitive problems I have learned something about the issues related to difficulty with eating and swallowing, specifically from my speech […]
Home safety modifications Home modifications to promote Aging in Place are more important than ever as healthcare shifts away from institutions and into private homes. Numerous resources about home modifications can be found with a simple internet search. Unfortunately it’s hard to apply those recommendations to a particular home or medical situation. Home modification mistakes […]
Caregiver Burden and Wellness Someone who provides any level of support, small or large, to another person is a caregiver. Caregivers support others by performing daily tasks such as reminders, transportation, food, shelter, clothing and more. As a rule, parent caregivers of children are providing care willingly because parenting is something they “signed up for”. […]
Once there was a woman who was stuck inside her bathtub for three days before help arrived to get her out. She couldn’t get herself out of the tub! She lived on the third-floor apartment of a Boston triple-decker. Fortunately, it was summertime and she was able to stay hydrated. There were towels nearby for […]
