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Safety Fire Tips for Seniors
Senior Deaths and Injuries from Fires According to statistics from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), only 13% of the US population is over age 65, but seniors make up 30% of the deaths from home fires. Here are tips for seniors, their family members and caregivers to stay safe. Smoke Alarms Smoke detectors should…
Read MorePreventing Hernias in Seniors
Hernias A hernia is caused by a weakness or tear in muscles usually in the abdominal wall, which allows a part of the intestine to bulge out, especially when standing. Most hernias will fall back in place when lying down. Types of Hernias Inguinal hernias are in the lower abdomen and are more common in…
Read MorePet Therapy Benefits for Seniors
Man’s Best Friend Pets have been around for a long time helping people and there is probably no better example of “man’s best friend” than those seeing-eye dogs that assist the blind. While many seniors love animals, they no longer have the strength to properly care for one. Although walking a dog is good exercise…
Read MoreRehabilitation For Seniors Suffering From Arthritis
Arthritis affects health and quality of life for one in five adults, according to the Arthritis Foundation. One-third of the 50 million Americans with arthritis — about 16.7 million people — are over the age of 65. Skilled nursing and rehab facilities should be well equipped to provide robust post-acute rehabilitation to seniors who suffer…
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