Senior Safety & Independence
How to Wear and Find Senior-Friendly Footwear
Posted on June 22, 2020 in Senior Safety & Independence
Footwear is an important consideration for most people of all ages. Shoes should be comfortable, functional, and – dare we say – stylish. As you age, however, different aspects of footwear will become more important, especially when it comes to fall prevention.
Read MoreHow to Keep Seniors Safe Online
Posted on June 21, 2020 in Senior Safety & Independence
Getting online is an excellent way for seniors to remain active, social, and learning. However, everyone should take precautions when they use the internet, regardless of age.
Read MoreHow to Make Your Home Accessible – 5 Easy Projects
Posted on June 18, 2020 in Senior Safety & Independence
Transitioning into a life of limited mobility is never easy. From ramps and stair lifts to medical alert systems, there are strategies for making homes more comfortable for their elderly residents.
Read MoreWhy Doesn’t Health Insurance Cover Medical Alert Systems?
Posted on May 21, 2020 in Senior Safety & Independence
Shopping for a medical alert system can be difficult. It’s hard to know which services you’ll need, when to make the purchase, and how to finance monthly costs.
Read MoreCan You Trust a Free Medical Alert System?
Posted on May 19, 2020 in Senior Safety & Independence
If you’re shopping for a medical alert system, you’ve probably noticed some trends in pricing. Most systems incur a monthly fee, allowing users to either rent or purchase the hardware necessary to access emergency services. In
Read MoreStriking the Balance Between Independence and Care Giving
Posted on May 13, 2020 in Senior Safety & Independence
As parents age, most children will begin to notice a role reversal. Parents who become increasingly unable to care for themselves might rely on their children to become caretakers.
Read MoreMedical Alert Devices and Medical Alert Dogs: Which is Best for You
Posted on May 07, 2020 in Senior Safety & Independence
When it comes to receiving emergency care, seniors have several options. Some believe that calling 911 is the easiest response to a medical emergency, while others prefer to call family or friends when they need help.
Read MoreGet Fast Help for Life-Threatening Blood Clots
Posted on April 20, 2020 in Senior Safety & Independence
Blood clots are common among elderly people, but they can be life-threatening without fast action. There are two related conditions that can cause blood clots: deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which is the abnormal clotting of the blood in a deep vein, and pulmonary embolism (PE), which occurs when a DVT breaks free from its original site and travels through the blood stream. Both are very dangerous and can cause organ damage and death.
Read MoreHelping Seniors Navigate Tough Situations Before They Become Emergencies
Posted on April 19, 2020 in Senior Safety & Independence
A medical alert device is often described as a life-saving emergency response system. For people at risk of stroke, heart attack, or falling, it’s easy to recognize the potential benefits of these systems.
Read MoreWhy Some Seniors Struggle with Digital Technology – and Why Alert1 is Different
Posted on April 13, 2020 in Senior Safety & Independence
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.
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