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The latest tips, tricks, and news related to medical alert systems, aging in place, and technology for seniors.
Senior-Friendly Tips for Composting
| May 06, 2013
Working in your garden is a great way to get active. Read this how-to article on composting.
Read MoreDancing Seniors Prove Age is Just a Number
| March 07, 2013
Participating in dance can improve your cardiovascular health and increase your strength, as well as improve your balance, gait, and overall functioning.
Read MoreEssential Tips In Choosing Senior Health Care Providers
| March 05, 2013
Choosing a senior health care provider: which qualities are necessary? Your aging loved one deserves top-quality care and attention in their golden years.
Read MoreIs the Flu Shot Right for Seniors?
| February 28, 2013
The flu can actually be dangerous for adults 65 and older. For this reason, many health professionals strongly support the flu shot.
Read MoreHelping Senior Loved Ones Get Around…With or Without You
| February 26, 2013
Many family caregivers are the primary source of transportation for their loved one. Thankfully, you can make sure that your loved one always has transportation.
Read MoreFinding Your Caregiver Style For Seniors
| February 21, 2013
There is no right or wrong way to be a caregiver for a loved one. The key is finding a caregiving style that works for you.
Read MoreBone Strengthening Tips for Seniors
| February 19, 2013
Osteoporosis means “porous bone” and it occurs when you lose too much bone mass and/or generate too little bone mass. Your bones lose density, their structure becomes abnormal, and they become weak. People with osteoporosis have bones that break much more easily than healthy bones. If your condition is serious enough, your bones may break so easily that bumping into furniture in the middle of the night could cause serious injury.
Read MoreThe Benefits of Aspirin for Seniors
| February 14, 2013
Aspirin can lower the risk of heart attack, stroke and may even prevent and treat cancer. See if this drug is right for your senior loved one.
Read MoreWinter Driving Tips for Seniors
| February 05, 2013
Driving in the winter is a challenge, especially if you live in areas with snow and ice. Check out Alert1's 7 tips for winter driving!
Read More4 Myths Senior Hear About Exercise
| February 05, 2013
Maintaining consistent exercise into our golden years is key to combating bone-loss, frailty, arthritis, obesity and many other ailments that go along with aging.
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