It should come as no surprise to you that bathrooms can be especially hazardous for seniors. Bathrooms are notorious for having hard surfaces that are slick, slippery and often wet. As a result, seniors who have mobility issues are at risk of getting injured when in the bathroom. So, naturally, it’s vital to make your […]
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As we age, our bodies become more fragile and vulnerable to accidents, especially in the bathroom. Slippery floors, high bathtubs and sharp corners can pose significant risks to senior citizens. They can lead to falls, injuries and even hospitalization. Therefore, it’s crucial to make your bathroom a safe haven for senior citizens. Install grab bars
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As we age, our homes can become more hazardous than we realize. Everyday objects that we once took for granted can become dangerous obstacles, causing falls, burns and other injuries. For seniors, these risks can be particularly dangerous, as they are often more prone to accidents and may have underlying health conditions that make recovery
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As we age, mobility can become a challenge and falls can be a serious risk. The Canadian government reports that falls are the country’s leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations and injury deaths among people aged 65 or older. “Injuries from falls reduce older adults’ quality of life, increase caregiver demands, and precipitate admissions into long-term
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As we age, our bodies change and our homes need to adapt to our changing needs. One of the most important areas to focus on is the bathroom. It can be a dangerous place for older adults. The bathroom is known as the most common room in the house for falls. Injuries from bathroom falls
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With only a few days left in 2022, we’re all preparing ourselves to have a better year in 2023 than we did this past year. It’s a common tradition to create New Year’s Resolutions. Generally speaking, we all have desires to improve our lives. Of course, this goes for seniors as well. In what ways
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The holidays are almost here! With just over a month to go until Christmas Day, most of us are in the middle of holiday shopping excursions. Hanukkah also begins the week before Christmas, ending on Boxing Day. That’s when Kwanzaa gets underway until the start of the new year. That’s a lot to celebrate! What
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The bathroom is notorious for its slippery surfaces and conditions of moisture. We all understand the purpose of the room, so it goes without saying that the abovementioned elements are commonplace. Because of its makeup, the bathroom can present hazards to those who aren’t particularly steady on their feet. Many seniors, of course, fall into
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It’s not that they don’t want to bathe. But, from time to time, older adults tend to forget about bath time. There are many reasons for this. As you might imagine, the onset of dementia is one of them. Memory loss certainly plays a role in a senior forgetting to take a shower every day.
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For many older adults, keeping clean isn’t the easiest of tasks. It becomes a chore when aches and pains prevent you from reaching areas of your body that wouldn’t normally be problematic. In addition, forgetfulness can play a part. “Did I bathe today?” is a question seniors may ask themselves when they are suffering from
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