Alert1 Fall Prevention Tip and Resources
The "New Shoes" Fall Prevention System for Seniors
| April 14, 2014
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
| 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 MorePreventing Nighttime Slips and Falls for Seniors
| October 25, 2012
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?
| October 04, 2012
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?
| August 14, 2012
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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