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The latest tips, tricks, and news related to medical alert systems, aging in place, and technology for seniors.
Avoiding Dehydration: Tips to Help Seniors Drink More Water
| June 11, 2020
With summer on the horizon, seniors might be looking for ways to remain healthy during the seasonal change. Summer brings with it a wealth of opportunity: more occasions to socialize, nicer weather, and more reasons to get outside.
Read MoreThe Statistics on Senior Isolation – and Tips for Beating Loneliness
| June 09, 2020
The facts around senior isolation have increasingly appeared in mainstream media. In the wake of the novel coronavirus pandemic, the elderly are experiencing loneliness at an increased rate, especially amid social distancing and isolating.
Read MoreWhy You Should Tell Your Doctor About Your Falls
| June 08, 2020
It happens to everyone: You’re running an errand, walking into the kitchen, or out for a leisurely stroll, when suddenly, you’re on the ground, your medical alert system at the ready. It happens so quickly that you might not even know its cause.
Read MoreHow to Fall to Minimize Injury
| June 02, 2020
Falling poses the highest risk of non-illness-related injury to seniors, both inside and outside of the house. While there are certain strategies elderly folks can employ to prevent falls, they are not completely avoidable.
Read MoreTips for Living on a Fixed Income
| May 31, 2020
If you are retired or otherwise out of work, you’re likely living on a fixed income. This means you receive funds each month, typically from the government and in a set amount. This can be Social Security benefits, a pension, or unemployment payments.
Read MoreTips for Keeping Your Mind Sharp
| May 27, 2020
Everyone experiences the occasional “senior moment.” Perhaps you’ve forgotten someone’s name in the middle of a conversation, or maybe you’ve gone grocery shopping but couldn’t remember your list.
Read MoreThe Best Video Games for Seniors and Nursing Home Residents
| May 25, 2020
The number of Americans over 50 who play video games has increased significantly in recent years. Video games are booming in older age groups, with research finding these games more popular among older women than older men.
Read MoreThe Benefits of Working After Retirement
| May 23, 2020
Work trends among elderly folks have changed significantly. According to Bloomberg News, America’s elderly population is now more than twice as likely to have a job in old age than they were just 35 years ago.
Read MoreWhy Doesn’t Health Insurance Cover Medical Alert Systems?
| May 21, 2020
Shopping for a medical alert system can be difficult. It’s hard to know which services you’ll need, when to make the purchase, and how to finance monthly costs.
Read MoreCan You Trust a Free Medical Alert System?
| May 19, 2020
If you’re shopping for a medical alert system, you’ve probably noticed some trends in pricing. Most systems incur a monthly fee, allowing users to either rent or purchase the hardware necessary to access emergency services. In
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