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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
