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The latest tips, tricks, and news related to medical alert systems, aging in place, and technology for seniors.
Age-Related Memory Loss or Something More Serious: How to Tell the Difference
| September 29, 2021
Standard age-related memory loss, cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s disease, and dementia all have very similar symptoms that affect your memory and cognitive abilities. This makes it difficult to determine which condition is affecting you. This blog will help you understand the difference. It is also important to talk to your doctor and take preventative measures early on to help decrease your risk of developing dementia.
Read More6 Ways Your Life Can Change After a Fall
| September 24, 2021
There are many ways your life can change after a fall. Adapting can be stressful, but there are ways you can make these changes easier. It is also important to take precautions to prevent a second fall as falling once doubles your chances of falling again. Be sure to take your first fall seriously and take necessary precautions to prevent another fall.
Read MoreUnderstanding the Difference Between Professional and Family Care
| September 20, 2021
Every senior has different needs when it comes to care. Determining what daily activities you need help with can help you determine what kind of caregiver you need. This blog will teach you the difference between different types of caregivers and help advise you on setting up a care plan.
Read MoreA Guide for Staying Social and Making Friends as a Senior
| September 15, 2021
Socializing becomes trickier as you age. The COVID-19 pandemic has made socializing even more difficult. Alert1 understands how important social connections can be to a senior's mental and physical health. This guide will help you understand how lack of socialization can negatively impact your health. It also provides tips to help you stay social as you age.
Read MoreTop Ways to Maintain a Caregiver-Work-Life Balance
| September 09, 2021
Maintaining a caregiver-work-life balance can be stressful for both caregivers and their families. Learning to identify and manage caregiver burnout can improve both your life and the life of your aging loved one. It is important to seek out workplace benefits and strategies to keep your mental and physical health in check.
Read MoreNavigating the Grocery Store as a Senior – What to Buy and What to Avoid
| August 31, 2021
Healthy eating is good for its own sake. But a healthy diet can help aging adults maintain the proper weight and mitigate the physical effects of aging. For these reasons, seniors should learn about the right foods to shop for and eat. Throughout this post, we’ll share guidelines for healthy eating habits, tips for easy grocery shopping as a senior, and other ways to create a balanced, healthful lifestyle.
Read MoreA Helpful Guide to Long-Term Care Planning for Seniors
| August 25, 2021
“Long-term care planning” or “elder care planning” is an important process, whether you are planning for someone you love or for yourself. About 70% of people aged 65 and older have a chance of needing some type of long-term care. If you and your loved ones have never been through the planning process, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Read on to discover the basics of long-term care planning and the 4 helpful steps to create a plan that works for you.
Read MoreBrain-Healthy Activities that Can Delay Alzheimer’s Disease
| August 19, 2021
About 20% of seniors will experience some form of mild cognitive impairment. For many, cognitive impairment can significantly change day-to-day activities, influencing decision making, reasoning, and memory. Sometimes, mild cognitive impairment develops into dementia, a category that can include Alzheimer’s disease. You or your loved ones can create brain-healthy lifestyles that include tools that increase cognitive activity.
Read MoreThe Financial Perks of Being a Senior
| August 17, 2021
Ready to save some money? We’ve compiled a list of several money-saving opportunities for seniors, including municipal senior services, tax deductions, senior discounts, investment discounts, travel discounts, more affordable health insurance, free college, and more.
Read MoreStudy Concludes Seniors Can Reduce the Risk of Heart Failure by 50%
| August 13, 2021
While older adults aged 55+ have a one-in-three chance of developing heart failure in their lifetimes, a study from Tufts University in Boston found seniors 55 and older can reduce their risk of heart failure by 50% by implementing changes centered around increased activity and a balanced diet.
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