Medical Alert Resources

What Is An Automatic Fall Detection Device?

Medical alert industry professionals are being bombarded with news about “fall detection technology” from many sources and as a caregiver, you may be seeing this information as well. What this technology claims to do it be a failsafe for individuals who, even though they may be wearing medical alert pendants, might be unable to push […]

Celebrating Caregivers During November

November has been designated as National Caregivers Month although for anyone involved in the caregiving process, it is a year round task when it comes to caring for frail, elderly or disabled friends or family members. According to the Family Caregiver Alliance, the term “caregiver” means anyone who provides assistance to someone else who is, […]

Aging In Place With A Medical Alert Device

As your parents age, you may take on the role of caregiver. If your parents are determined to age in place, but you’re concerned about their health when you’re not there with them, what can you do? Gifting them with a home medical alert device can provide peace of mind for both you and them. […]

Tips To Protect Aging Loved Ones From Phone Scams

There are many phone scams including the “grandparent scam” in which someone calls to tell them their grandchild is in trouble and needs money for bail or medical treatment. They’re told to send money via Western Union or other methods.

Secrets To A Great Night’s Sleep

Not only is sleep a luxury, it is also a necessity because it’s when we sleep that our bodies have time to repair and replenish and get us ready to face another day.

Age-Proofing The Home When A Parent Moves In

A medical monitoring system is an important step to creating a safe environment for parents when moving into a new home. Caregiving has changed in the past decade with more and more families opting to move Mom and Dad into the family home rather than moving them into an assisted living facility or a nursing […]

Does Your Loved One Need New Shoes?

The quality of your footwear is very important especially if you are constantly on your feet walking or running. The quality of your shoes can also impact the health of your lower extremities. By continuing to wear shoes that are clearly worn, you risk injury and placing stress on your feet and joints in the […]

Keeping Joints Healthy As We Age

As we get older, a wide variety of problems and diseases can begin to strike our joints. Most of these are problems with the softer tissue that rests between our bones; as the tissue gets dry or disappears entirely, bones can start to rub against each other and cause issues like stiffness, swelling, pain, or […]

Ways To Help Seniors Save On Their Food Budget

One way for seniors to manage their budget is by being mindful with what and where they spend their money on. This is especially the case when it comes to shopping for groceries. Shopping for groceries is one of the easiest areas to save money on and can be done with a little strategizing.

Avoid Malnutrition In The Elderly With These Helpful Tips

Malnutrition, or malnourishment, is a serious condition that aging individuals can face. Problems with joints, teeth, or the digestive system can make it difficult to obtain all of the nutrients that a body needs in order to function at peak efficiency, and the lack of nourishment that results is only going to make the problems […]