When I first gave this talk, and mentioned the title, someone immediately raised their hand and said, “You mean a victim!” I intentionally used the word accomplice because I believe that many times our mental state makes us an unwitting accomplice. We set ourselves up for problems; sometimes we get overloaded with life and sometimes our lives …
Shake, Rattle, and Roll
Shake, Rattle, and Roll is the title of the Bill Haley hit from the fifties, but it could be so much more. It could also be a tactic to fend off an attack or even, to save your life. Recently, I assisted in teaching a class of twenty-eight women on self-defense. We taught the women some tactics to use if and when that dreaded moment arises. They …
The Safest Cars for Seniors
When Cecil Britton, a retired Lockheed engineer, considered buying a new car this year, he wanted one that would help him drive more easily and more safely. “I’m still in pretty good shape,” says Britton, 79, whose previous cars included a 2006 Honda Odyssey and a 2015 Accord. “But I noticed that when I’d get in my Odyssey I wasn’t able to back …
Interview With Bruce Ahmes – BRAK Tub Inventor and Career Renovation Contractor
In this episode of Smart Retirement Life, Mark Hager is joined by Bruce Ahmes, a career home renovation contractor and inventor. Bruce has created and is manufacturing a new bathtub, called the BRAK tub. About Bruce Ahmes: His father was the head structural engineer at Grumman Aircraft when they built the Lunar Excursion Module to carry a …
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 …
Phil Davis – Wichita, KS
Aging in place services Wichita, KS The Best Home Guys can help make your home more safe and comfortable for everyone. We perform accessible and barrier-free bathroom remodeling, including grab-bars, accessible baths, shower tubs, wheelchair ramps and more. Serving all of Wichita. Contact Phil Davis 316-681-2639 The Best Home Guys 1632 S …