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Tips for Enjoying a Day at the Pool with Your Senior Parent

July 10, 2018 by Mary Griffin RN, MPH

Tips for Enjoying a Day at the Pool with Your Senior Parent

A dip in the pool is a favorite activity for many families throughout the summer months. Swimming is not only a great way to cool off when the temperatures soar, but is also a highly effective form of exercise. Getting in the water provides buoyancy that reduces pain in the joints, as well as resistance […]

Filed Under: Elderly Care in Alamo CA, Senior Home Safety Tagged With: Elderly Care in Alamo CA

Falls After Hospitalization Remain a Risk in the Elderly

April 24, 2018 by Mary Griffin RN, MPH

Falls After Hospitalization Remain a Risk in the Elderly

The American Journal of Surgery released a new report on the risk of falls among the elderly. The good news is that outcomes are better. That doesn’t mean that the risk of falling has decreased. In the study of hospital admissions following a fall, the number of senior citizens age 90 and up have doubled […]

Filed Under: Caregiver in Danville CA, Fall Prevention, Senior Home Safety Tagged With: Caregiver in Danville CA

2017 Saw Younger Adults Falling for More Scams, But Seniors Must Remain Proactive

March 27, 2018 by Mary Griffin RN, MPH

2017 Saw Younger Adults Falling for More Scams, But Seniors Must Remain Proactive

The Federal Trade Commission’s 2017 fraud statistics are out. Many were surprised to learn that more young adults fell for scams than seniors. Among the age range of 20 to 29, 4 out of 10 people reported losing money in a scam. Only 18 percent of people over 70 reported being scammed. The big difference […]

Filed Under: Scams, Senior Care in Vallejo CA, Senior Home Safety Tagged With: Senior Care in Vallejo CA

What Can You Do to Help Your Senior Be a Safer Driver?

February 20, 2018 by Mary Griffin RN, MPH

What Can You Do to Help Your Senior Be a Safer Driver?

If you’re like most family caregivers, you’re not trying to keep your senior from driving just to be mean. You want her to be safe behind the wheel and that means that you may need to make some changes to how you and your senior approach her ability to drive. Encourage Her to Follow through […]

Filed Under: Driving, Senior Care in Alamo CA, Senior Home Safety Tagged With: Senior Care in Alamo CA

What Are Five Services Your Aging Parent Needs When Mobility Issues Arise?

January 2, 2018 by Mary Griffin RN, MPH

What Are Five Services Your Aging Parent Needs When Mobility Issues Arise?

Your dad had a stroke. He’ll always need a walker to help support him as he walks around. Your mom broke her hip and walks with a cane now. When mobility issues arise, your parent will need help around the home. Here are five senior care services that help your parent inside and outside the […]

Filed Under: Mobility Problems, Senior Care in Martinez CA, Senior Home Safety Tagged With: Senior Care in Martinez CA

How Can You Encourage Independence While Helping Your Senior Bathe?

December 19, 2017 by Mary Griffin RN, MPH

How Can You Encourage Independence While Helping Your Senior Bathe?

The concept of independence is one that most people value highly. People begin to develop the sense of autonomy and being able to control their own lives extremely early in life. This need for independence and desire for autonomy does not go away with age. In fact, many elderly adults feel even stronger about their […]

Filed Under: Bathroom Safety, Elder Care in Orinda CA, Senior Home Safety Tagged With: Elder Care in Orinda CA

What’s the Best Smoke Detector for My Mom’s Home?

December 5, 2017 by Mary Griffin RN, MPH

What’s the Best Smoke Detector for My Mom’s Home?

Check your state’s codes on smoke detectors. It’s likely that your mom’s smoke detectors don’t meet all of the codes. You want alarms that work in the event of smoke, heat, or carbon monoxide leaks. Many areas require a photoelectric smoke alarm in or near all bedrooms and on each level of the home. Carbon […]

Filed Under: Senior Care in Danville CA, Senior Home Safety, Smoke Detectors Tagged With: Senior Care in Danville CA

How You Can Observe National Preparedness Month

September 26, 2017 by Mary Griffin RN, MPH

How You Can Observe National Preparedness Month

Sponsored by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, National Preparedness Month brings numerous agencies and organizations together with a common goal. That goal is to get every household to be better prepared for emergencies like natural disasters. When elderly people are part of the household, there need to be some extra measures in place […]

Filed Under: Emergency Preparedness, Senior Care in Berkeley CA, Senior Home Safety Tagged With: Senior Care in Berkeley CA

Why Is Your Loved One’s Hearing Important for Keeping Her from Falling?

August 29, 2017 by Mary Griffin RN, MPH

Why Is Your Loved One’s Hearing Important for Keeping Her from Falling?

If you didn’t already realize it, your loved one’s hearing is far more important to her keeping her balance and avoiding a fall than you might expect. Damaged hearing or even compromised hearing has a tremendous ability to work against your loved one’s best efforts at keeping herself on her feet. Sounds Keeps Your Loved […]

Filed Under: Health Issues, Hearing Loss, Senior Care in Concord CA, Senior Home Safety Tagged With: Senior Care in Concord CA

Five Safety Checks You Must Make in Your Dad’s House

June 27, 2017 by Mary Griffin RN, MPH

Five Safety Checks You Must Make in Your Dad’s House

When your dad makes the decision to age in place, embrace it. You should, however, take the time to make five safety checks to ensure nothing happens. Here are the safety checks you need to make and why it’s so important. Find Out When the Heating System and Chimneys Were Cleaned. Most HVAC specialists recommend […]

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