National Night Out takes place on the first Tuesday of August - this year, it’s August 1st. This is a nationwide community event in which you can learn more about police-sponsored programs in your area, such as neighborhood watch groups, drug prevention and safety information. Accompanied by food, music and safety demonstrations by local …
7 Easily Eliminated Home Fire Hazards
Home fire hazards pose a very real danger to older people. Losing eyesight, hearing, mobility, and/or memory can heighten the risk of causing a house fire. By taking some precautions, seniors can extend their ability to continue participating in activities they love and enable continued independence. Safeguarding yourself against identifiable …
Cold Weather Safety Tips for Seniors
It’s January, and it’s cold. Keeping warm is always an issue, but for seniors who may have poor circulation, take certain medications or have other conditions, it may be even more of a challenge. While turning up the heat may be the best and easiest way to stay warm, it may not be the most economical. Here are some cold weather safety tips for …
Minor Bathroom Remodel for Safety
How can a minor bathroom remodel improve bathing safety? In today’s society, aging in place is becoming easier than ever. A few modifications to some of the rooms in a home can make it both a comfortable and safe place to age. Many new products are on the market to make rooms such as bathrooms much safer. Most modifications require a bathroom …
June is National Home Safety month!
During this time, the Home Safety Council (HSC) is working to educate people how to keep their homes safe from accidents and injury. They have a lot of information available on their website for seniors who are aging in place. Safety at home is so important; especially for seniors. Falls in the home cause more injuries to the elderly than …
