Elderly depression causes many issues for older adults. The chance for depression increases as we age. Aging can deliver physical, financial, spiritual and mental challenges some of which may be difficult to deal with. Many life changes such as health problems or fixed income issues can get seniors down once in a while, but when a senior doesn’t …
Slip & Fall Accident Prevention
Safeguarding you or an elderly loved one against slip & fall accidents should be on your list when trying to help a senior age in place. After all, without preventing falls your independence may be at risk. While many people think it won’t happen to them, they’ll just “be careful,” think about this: More than 1 in 3 seniors age 65 or older fall …
Late Life Depression (Infographic)
Late life depression is a very serious issue, and is more common in seniors and the elderly than you may know. Sadly, not nearly enough people suffering from depression get the help they need so they can lead richer, more rewarding, lives. Depression that comes later in life can be brought on by the lack of social contact, recent loss of a loved …
Keeping Technology for Seniors Useful
There has been significant growth in technology for seniors over the last few years. Some examples of these include cell phones designed specifically for older adults, software used to make their devices easier-to-use and personal monitoring equipment for fall prevention that is less intrusive and more effective. There are even tablets with …
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Ageinplace.com is proud to support and promote World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15th, 2014. World Elder Abuse Awareness Day was launched on June 15, 2006 by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organization at the United Nations. The purpose of WEAAD is to provide an opportunity for communities …
DIY Home Automation or Professionally Installed?
Deciding whether to have a DIY home automation system or have it professionally installed is a personal choice. Many people like the challenge of a technical project, but others do not. It depends on how interested you are in home automation or if you just like what it can do for you. Of course, expense is another factor, since some people aging …