Medical Alert Resources

Why Seniors Should Take Advantage of Telemedicine

Have you ever wished that you could talk to your doctor without driving to the office? You can. Many seniors aren’t fully aware of telemedicine just yet, but now is a great time to get familiar with the term and the practice.

Take Time To Meditate For Your Health

Medical experts have come to agree that if you take care of your mind your body will benefit. What does that mean? It means that if you take time to calm your mind and practice meditation and mindfulness you may notice health benefits in your body by lowering your stress, reducing arthritic or other joint […]

Vacation Planning With The Elderly

Whether you plan on taking your parent on vacation with you or setting up a support system back home, don’t fret, you can still cherish your getaway. While you may be filled with feelings of guilt if you choose to leave your loved one at home, it is important for you to re-energize, relax and […]

High Risk Groups & COVID-19

It’s True: Dad May Be At Higher Risk for COVID-19 (Ways Families Can Protect Their Loved Ones This Father’s Day)

Medical Tests You Should Discuss With Your Doctor

Visiting a doctor is usually not high on the top of anyone’s list of “things I love to do,” but in order to maintain good health and retain the ability to age in place, certain medical tests are recommended as are annual check-ups.

Curbing Insomnia in Older Americans

Everyone knows what it’s like to operate on little sleep. Your mind feels groggy and out of sorts and even the simplest tasks can present huge complications. With seemingly little on the agenda of your older loved one each day, you would think sleep would come naturally to them. However, a growing number of seniors […]

Blue Light Can Disrupt Your Sleep

We all know how important it is to protect our eyes from the sun’s harmful UV rays; but what about the harmful effects of blue light rays?

5 Tips for Caregivers

A caregiver’s job is no easy task. It’s a job that often comes with physical, emotional and sometimes financial costs. Yet, there’s no doubt about it, caregiving can be very satisfying as well.

7 Ways To Show Seniors Gratitude this May

Most people recognize May as the month that hosts Mother’s Day. And while the national holiday is rightfully cherished by millions of American families, many folks are unaware that May is also “Older Americans Month.” Interestingly, the two observances are actually quite similar; they’re both centered on honoring elders for their selfless sacrifices to the […]

Selecting the Right Medical Alert System

When an emergency situation arises, you aren’t always able to pick up a phone and call for help. This is where a medical alert system makes sense, especially for the elderly, those who live alone and those with medical concerns.