Alert1 Medical Alert News - Page 40
The latest tips, tricks, and news related to medical alert systems, aging in place, and technology for seniors.
Best Tips and Strategies for Seniors to Prevent Falling
| April 16, 2020
About one out of every four people over the age of 65, and nearly half of people over the age of 80, fall each year. You should have a plan in place to get help if you take a serious fall and become injured, but the best plans start with strategies for preventing falls in the first place.
Read MoreSome Seniors Struggle with Digital Tech – Why Alert1 is Different
| April 13, 2020
Understanding digital technology is an important part of participating in the world, but many new technologies leave seniors behind. In 2019, a survey discovered that around one-third of adults over age 65 had never used the Internet.
Read MoreHow to Know When It’s Time to Take Smartphones Away from Seniors
| April 13, 2020
Each winter, media outlets rush to make predictions for the coming year, trying to stake out territory in not-yet-realized trends. Late in 2019, the Washington Post published its annual In/Out List for 2020, and something there caught our attention.
Read MoreLet Alert1 Help You Respond to Cold, Flu, and Coronavirus Symptoms
| April 11, 2020
Most everybody including seniors are evaluating every cough, sniffle, and scratch at the back of the throat and asking themselves: Is this a symptom of coronavirus?
Read MoreShortness of Breath: Another Reason to Have an Alert1 Medical Device
| April 09, 2020
If you’ve ever had difficulty breathing, you’ve experienced shortness of breath. Known medically as dyspnea, the experience often includes feeling an intense tightness in the chest while having the sensation of suffocating.
Read MoreAging and Sleep - How Seniors Can Get Better Sleep
| January 21, 2020
Just because you're getting older doesn't mean you can't get a good night's sleep. Learn how you can get your sleeping routine back in check!
Read MoreSenior Downsizing 101: How to Plan for Your Big Move
| October 25, 2019
Is your home starting to feel more like a burden? Start planning your senior downsize with these helpful tips!
Read MoreWhat Makes an Effective Retirement Plan?
| September 24, 2019
Are you prepared for your retirement? It's never too early or late to start planning! We have provided some tips on how to make your plan effective and successful.
Read MoreWhat Do You Do With Alert1 Kids in the Office?
| July 19, 2019
What do you get when you combine kids,games, learning, medical alerts, and a dash of cuteness? Read on to find out!
Read MoreGenerational Divide: 9 Tips for Connecting with a Younger Caregiver
| July 11, 2019
Would you like to connect with your caregiver but don't know how to start? Here are some tips to get you on the right path!
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