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Aging in place is a dream for many. It is a chance to step off the treadmill of life and slow down to enjoy life's little pleasures. It is a privilege that not everyone can have. However, aging in place comes with its own set of challenges. Therefore, it's important...

For many of us, our homes are our haven— a place where we can relax and feel comfortable. But as we age, the need for safe and accessible homes becomes more apparent.  Because of physical limitations, what used to be a normal activity in our home can become an...

As we age, our priorities and needs change, and one of the biggest decisions we face is where to spend our golden years. Aging in place has become an increasingly popular option for seniors who wish to remain in their homes as they grow older.  This option allows us...

  What is Parkinson‘s Disease?  Parkinson's disease (PD) is a chronic and progressive neurological disorder that affects the nerve cells that produce dopamine, a necessary neurotransmitter responsible for controlling movement, attention, mood, and motivation....

When you're building a new home or just looking to make modifications, you might be thinking about how it's going to hold up over time. After all, it's your dream home and you want it to look good and last for years. As you begin to plan the details of your space, you...

When we think "bathroom," we think of relaxation, peace, and quiet. We love a “me time” where we could relieve ourselves or a warm, refreshing bath where we could just get lost in the moment. However, as we grow older, we tend to develop more fear as this once...

The Science Behind Balance Balance is a complex issue that involves various multiple systems in our body: vision, hearing, touch, proprioception (the sense of where our body parts are in space), vestibular system (found in the inner ear), and more. It's also affected...

Our aged loved ones are probably one of the best gifts we can receive this holiday season. Being with them year after year is such a blessing to us. Not only do they bring so much joy and love to their families, but they also bring a wealth of knowledge and experience...

We love a good home improvement project. But we always want to make sure that these modifications help make it feel more like a home— and not just any old place where you live. It should be cozy, welcoming, and has its own unique personality and purpose. But do home...

In the category of healthcare products, there are a variety of different devices that can help prevent accidents and provide relief and assistance. Among them are grab bars. We are most familiar with the standard grab bars, but did you know that they have a much more...

Many older adults want to stay in their homes as they age. Studies show that this has numerous benefits, such as improving their mental health and reducing the risk of developing other medical conditions like heart disease or diabetes.  From the National Poll on...

  For our senior loved ones, finding the right balance between independence and safety is a very delicate thing. Many don't want to give up their freedom and independence, after all, their home is filled with memories. However, they still need help to accomplish...

  When it comes to safety and stability, we want nothing less than the best. Grab bars are meant for people who need them and they should be sturdy enough so that the person using them can feel safe in their movements.  However, with so many different types of...

Are grab bars really necessary? … YES! Grab bars may seem like simple additions in the home but they are doubtless critical to safety, especially in high-risk areas such as the bathroom.  Bathrooms are one of the most dangerous rooms in your house. They're full of...

Handrails and transfer poles are fundamental safety features intended to help prevent falls for seniors and people with disabilities. They serve both structural and aesthetic purposes. Most designs feature tubular supports, but decorative styles can also be found.

Handrails and transfer poles are fundamental safety features intended to help prevent falls for seniors and people with disabilities. They serve both structural and aesthetic purposes. Most designs feature tubular supports, but decorative styles can also be found.

Since falls are associated with many adverse outcomes among seniors, effective fall prevention programs should be adopted into caregiving practices to reduce the incidence of falls among seniors and improve their independence.

Ten winters ago, we wouldn’t have imagined the extreme weather pattern and record-breaking temperatures we are experiencing today. Inevitably, increasing the prevalence of fall-related injuries. Please no. Please

Do you still remember that day you started building or remodeling your own home? How about that day you slept in it for the first time? It probably felt surreal that you were able to finish such an enormous project!

Grab bars are one of the basic safety features that should be part of our home. They help a person maintain balance, provide support while trying to sit, stand, and move around, and prevent slips and falls. 

Retirement is a major event in our life. You may already be contemplating what life will be like after you retire. It sounds exciting, but also nerve-racking. The main factors to consider may include lifestyle changes, finances, and healthcare.

Fall prevention is everyone’s responsibility. Fall can affect us and those around us. Given that, families should have a conversation and come up with their own fall prevention plan.

RAMPS are planes placed at an angle to make one end higher than the other. The slope acquired by doing this mathematically reduces the force exerted and covers more distance at the same time. Talk about comfort and efficiency!

Occupational Therapy is a healthcare approach that helps an individual regain skills and develop new ones to cope with injury or medical conditions and perform daily meaningful activities safely with ease, hence the term occupation.

  Fall-related injury belongs to the top 20 most expensive medical conditions. Think about what you can do with the extra money you can save if you can avoid it instead!   The medical costs of fall injuries increase with age.    Common Fall-Related...