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6 Tips to Prevent Breast Cancer Amidst Seniors
Posted on October 22, 2012 in General
This week Alert1 will be posting one tip a day to inform you of easy ways to lower your risk of getting breast cancer.
Read MoreBreast Cancer Awareness for Seniors
Posted on October 16, 2012 in General
The chance that a woman will get breast cancer increases from 1-in-233 for a woman in her thirties, to 1-in-8 for a woman in her eighties. Fortunately, there is hope.
Read MoreInsomnia Concerns and How It Affects Aging in Place
Posted on October 09, 2012 in Elder Care Planning
It can be difficult to put the health of a loved one into the hands of strangers. Further, many older adults suffer from insomnia, a condition that can worsen as a result of stressful life changes or a poor sleeping environment.
Read MoreIs Your House Safe For Independent Senior Living?
Posted on October 04, 2012 in Fall Prevention
Falls are the leading cause of injury-related death among seniors. Make a mobility-friendly home through these simple steps.
Read MoreAlert1 Highlights the Benefits of Household Pets
Posted on October 02, 2012 in General
Did you know that owning a pet can improve the health of aging seniors? Age in place gracefully with the companionship of a loving pet.
Read MoreA Personal Emergency Response System Improves Security
Posted on September 06, 2012 in General
News of shootings in Chicago coupled with an uptick in homicides in the San Jose area has left many people concerned not only about their own safety, but the safety of their loved ones as well.
Read MoreHow to Help Seniors Avoid Scams and Fraudsters
Posted on August 23, 2012 in General
Statistics from the National Crime Prevention Council suggest that con-artists direct as much as 80 percent of their activity toward our parents and grandparents!
Read MoreResources to Help a Senior Age in Place
Posted on August 21, 2012 in Elder Care Planning
Everyone needs some help, and between work, taking care of our own families and finding time for ourselves, there are certain things we just can't do.
Read MoreBuilding a Senior Caregiving Network
Posted on August 16, 2012 in Family Caregivers
One of the most common issues I hear from friends who care for elderly relatives is that they simply can't do it all by themselves. The good news is, they don't have to.
Read MoreCould Tai Chi be The Best Exercise for Seniors?
Posted on August 14, 2012 in Fall Prevention
A new study has shown that Tai Chi can not only increase balance for seniors, but also improve their memory and cognitive functions.
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