Alert1 Fall Prevention Tip and Resources
3 Fun Senior Activities to Reduce the Risk of Falls
Posted on August 01, 2014 in Fall Prevention
Reduce the risk of falls by having fun! These 3 activities will increase your health and happiness.
Read MoreHow to Prevent Bone Fractures and Injuries From Falls
Posted on July 01, 2014 in Fall Prevention
Falls are the most common source of bone fractures. Strengthen your bones so that you can continue to stay mobile and independent.
Read MoreDo Seniors Need Fall Detection?
Posted on June 18, 2014 in Fall Prevention
As you age in place, assess and determine your needs for the many years to come. Fall detection provides extra safety to continue your way of life.
Read More13 Medical Alert System Terms You Should Know
Posted on May 02, 2014 in Fall Prevention
Need safety and protection 24/7? Unsure where to start? Alert1’s 13 key terms will help you make an informed decision about a medical alert system.
Read MoreIn Defense of Life Alert ®
Posted on April 25, 2014 in Fall Prevention
With their cheesy ads and infamous tagline, Life Alert improved the medical alert system industry. Alert1 defends the good things Life Alert has done.
Read MoreThe "New Shoes" Fall Prevention System for Seniors
Posted on April 14, 2014 in Fall Prevention
Fall prevention begins with proper footwear. Learn how purchasing your loved one a new pair of shoes increases a safe home environment as they age in place.
Read MoreBone Strengthening Tips for Seniors
Posted on February 19, 2013 in Fall Prevention
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 MorePreventing Nighttime Slips and Falls for Seniors
Posted on October 25, 2012 in Fall Prevention
Studies show that one-third of adults over 65 will experience a fall each year. there are steps you can take to improve your loved one’s nighttime safety and reduce the chance they will slip or fall after the sun goes down.
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 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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