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Senior Safety on Ice and Snow with YakTrax and PathLighter

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Sherry Tomfeld) — Sun, 23 Dec 2007 21:28:12 EDT

We all know seniors who get out on slick sidewalks and such. The following article has three very helpful products to increase your senior's safety this winter.

Contributor: Sherry Tomfeld
Published: Dec 23, 2007

Senior Safety - Bedroom Hazards and Quick Fixes

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ronna Sather) — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 13:49:29 EDT

This article shows you how to correct bedroom safety hazards and take preventive measures to help avoid potentially life-altering disasters.

Contributor: Ronna Sather
Published: Apr 28, 2009

Senior Safety - Quick Fixes for Yard, Entryway, and Living Room Hazards

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ronna Sather) — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 13:48:03 EDT

In this article, I will show you how to identify and reduce safety hazards in the living room, yard and entryways of an elderly persons home.

Contributor: Ronna Sather
Published: Apr 28, 2009

Senior Safety - 5 Key Signs Your Elderly Parent Has a Significant Risk of Falling - What You Can Do

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ronna Sather) — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 13:48:47 EDT

How can you tell if someone has a significant risk of falling? The following 5 indicators can give you a heads-up that your senior loved one is at increased risk. Read on for strategies to help lessen this risk.

Contributor: Ronna Sather
Published: Apr 28, 2009

Senior Safety - Bathroom Hazards and Quick Fixes

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ronna Sather) — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 13:50:06 EDT

This article will show you how to identify and reduce safety hazards in an older person's bathroom.

Contributor: Ronna Sather
Published: Apr 28, 2009

Senior Safety - How to Climb Stairs when One Leg is Injured or Weak

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ronna Sather) — Mon, 11 May 2009 16:24:51 EDT

Climbing stairs can be a challenge if you have had an injury or one leg is weaker. Here are a few safety pointers. I am assuming that you are able to bear full weight on both legs.

Contributor: Ronna Sather
Published: May 11, 2009

Senior Safety - How to Safely Stand Up and Sit Down from a Chair

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ronna Sather) — Wed, 13 May 2009 12:47:58 EDT

For many senior citizens, getting up from a chair is no longer easy. This simple step-by-step guide can help make sitting and standing less of a chore and improve safety at home.

Contributor: Ronna Sather
Published: May 13, 2009

3 Tips for Increasing Senior Driving Safety

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Sylvia Cochran) — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 10:46:59 EDT

With baby boomers now collecting social security, the number of senior citizens behind the wheel is expected to triple. Senior driving safety is becoming as important as never before, but how does an elderly drivers license holder stay safe?

Contributor: Sylvia Cochran
Published: Nov 30, 2009

Home Safety Tips for Seniors

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Heather Shockney) — Mon, 13 Nov 2006 21:22:00 EDT

Seniors are living in their own homes for a much longer period. The house needs to be safe and free from anything that could cause the senior injury.

Contributor: Heather Shockney
Published: Nov 13, 2006

Safety Tips for Senior Citizens

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Don Simkovich) — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 23:18:28 EDT

Seniors enjoy aging in their own home; yet home is also the site of serious accidents. Paying attention to a few safety rules makes living at home more joyful.

Contributor: Don Simkovich
Published: Feb 25, 2009

Senior Citizens and Safety Tips

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (AnnaB) — Sat, 03 Feb 2007 15:03:00 EDT

Senior Citizens and Safety Tips

Contributor: AnnaB
Published: Feb 03, 2007

Senior Drivers, Don't Hang Up Your Car Keys Just Yet

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Lee Hansen) — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 15:36:29 EDT

You can be a better driver as a senior citizen. The AAA Foundation for Safety gives some helpful tips and support.

Contributor: Lee Hansen
Published: Jul 16, 2010

Senior Citizens Hit the Open Road to Retirement Paradise

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Sophie Walton) — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 08:04:46 EDT

Senior citizens exploring the country in an RV is becoming a popular form of retirement.

Contributor: Sophie Walton
Published: Aug 17, 2010

Senior Driving Issues Are a "Hot Potato" for Families

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Joy Schantz) — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 14:14:51 EDT

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the senior population over age 75 will increase from 18 million today to 31 million by 2028! How will this impact drivers on the road?

Contributor: Joy Schantz
Published: Oct 26, 2010

The Safety Professional's Focus

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Carl Marx) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:30:57 EDT

the article provides a code of conduct for a safety profesional

Contributor: Carl Marx
Published: Oct 19, 2009

Finding Affordable Auto Insurance for Senior Citizens

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Patti Walden) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 09:56:26 EDT

For senior citizens who often are on fixed incomes gathering auto insurance quotes on a regular basis can be a very cost-effective exercise, possibly saving them hundreds of dollars during in the process.

Contributor: Patti Walden
Published: Mar 19, 2010

Tips for Choosing an Apartment for a Senior Loved One

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Oscar Crawford) — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 14:52:10 EDT

This article provides tips for choosing an apartment for a senior loved one that is in good health, active, and able to live independently. She maintains own power of attorney and manages their own financial affairs in consultation with their family.

Contributor: Oscar Crawford
Published: Jun 02, 2010

The Role that Informal Systems Play in the Success of Behavior Based Safety

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Carl Marx) — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 07:11:51 EDT

a short article about the role that informal systems play in the success or failure of behavior based safety interventions in an organization.

Contributor: Carl Marx
Published: Sep 22, 2009

Management Involvement for Successful Occupational Health and Safety

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Carl Marx) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 07:35:23 EDT

The author discusses the contribution that Visible Felt Leadership, Cultural Alignment within Organization, Appointments and Responsibilities, Resource Allocation, Setting of Objectives and Targets and Compliance makes to successes in safety performance.

Contributor: Carl Marx
Published: Sep 24, 2009

Improving Pedestrian Street Signs Will Improve Pedestrian Safety

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Christine Cadena) — Fri, 07 Dec 2007 16:33:00 EDT

For many elderly adults who are unable to drive, improved street signs may provide for improved safety when walking.

Contributor: Christine Cadena
Published: Dec 07, 2007