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The latest tips, tricks, and news related to medical alert systems, aging in place, and technology for seniors.
Top 10 Strategies to Help Prevent or Reduce Arthritis
| April 07, 2022
More than 50 million US adults have arthritis. While it’s most common in seniors and women, it can affect anyone. Arthritis is a progressive condition that will continue to worsen if you don’t take steps to reduce wear and tear on your joints. The good news is that there are preventative measures you can take to reduce the likelihood you will develop arthritis, as well as things you can do to help reduce the severity of symptoms if you do have this condition.
Read MoreSteps Caregivers Can Take to Help Prevent Falls
| April 06, 2022
25% of Americans over the age of 65 fall each year. In fact, falls are the top cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries for seniors. If you are a caregiver or have an older loved one or neighbor in your life, you can take positive steps to help with fall prevention.
Read MoreMedical Alerts Are for Everyone!
| April 05, 2022
Medical alert technology is often marketed to elderly adults and senior caregivers, but anyone can make good use of an emergency button alarm, especially if that alert system includes fall detection. Here’s why.
Read MoreEasiest Crockpot Recipes for Seniors
| April 01, 2022
Among all the wonderful things that make our life easier these days, there’s one that has stood the test of time: the crockpot. Check out these easy, delicious recipes for seniors!
Read MorePopular Processed and Prepared Foods That are Actually Healthy
March 29, 2022
Dietary flexibility is important for health and wellbeing. Many popular processed foods offer convenience that seniors need, but they could come with assumptions that they are unhealthy...
Read MoreThe Changing Needs of Skin as We Age
| March 28, 2022
Skincare is vitally important for senior health care. Understanding what happens to the skin as we age can help us know how to protect it as we get older. Here’s what you need to know to keep your skin as healthy as possible over the years.
Read MoreAge Discrimination in the Workplace: What Seniors Need to Know
| March 25, 2022
Ageism and age discrimination in the workplace can lead to serious problems outside of work. Here’s what every senior needs to know about what those terms really mean and what to do if they happen to you.
Read MoreCreate a Safer Home Today with the Right Lighting
| March 23, 2022
How often do you think about the lighting in your home as a tool for safety? It matters much more than you might think, especially if you're a senior looking for aging in place solutions.
Read MoreCongratulations to Alert1's 2022 Students for Seniors Scholarship Winner
| March 23, 2022
We are pleased to announce that Sienna Matregrano has won the 2022 Alert1 Students for Seniors Scholarship. We asked our candidates to answer a few questions about how their behaviors and future life plans would help America’s senior population. Read on for Sienna’s award-winning answers!
Read MoreSelf-Care for Caregivers: Tips for Preventing Burnout
| March 22, 2022
When you are caregiving for seniors, whether a professional caregiver or one who has chosen that role to take care of a family member, you’re at risk of burnout. Read more about the signs and symptoms, as well as tips to prevent caregiver burnout.
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