Senior Safety
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Senior Safety on Ice and Snow with YakTrax and PathLighterWe 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. -
Senior Safety - Bedroom Hazards and Quick FixesThis article shows you how to correct bedroom safety hazards and take preventive measures to help avoid potentially life-altering disasters.
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Senior Safety - Quick Fixes for Yard, Entryway, and Living Room HazardsIn 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.
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Senior Safety - 5 Key Signs Your Elderly Parent Has a Significant Risk of Falling - What You Can DoHow 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.
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Senior Safety - Bathroom Hazards and Quick FixesThis article will show you how to identify and reduce safety hazards in an older person's bathroom.
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Senior Safety - How to Climb Stairs when One Leg is Injured or WeakClimbing 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.
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Senior Safety - How to Safely Stand Up and Sit Down from a ChairFor 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.
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3 Tips for Increasing Senior Driving SafetyWith 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? -
Home Safety Tips for SeniorsSeniors 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.
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Safety Tips for Senior CitizensSeniors 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.
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Senior Citizens and Safety TipsSenior Citizens and Safety Tips
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Senior Drivers, Don't Hang Up Your Car Keys Just YetYou can be a better driver as a senior citizen. The AAA Foundation for Safety gives some helpful tips and support.
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Senior Citizens Hit the Open Road to Retirement ParadiseSenior citizens exploring the country in an RV is becoming a popular form of retirement. -
Senior Driving Issues Are a "Hot Potato" for FamiliesAccording 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? -
The Safety Professional's Focusthe article provides a code of conduct for a safety profesional -
Finding Affordable Auto Insurance for Senior CitizensFor 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. -
Tips for Choosing an Apartment for a Senior Loved OneThis 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.
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The Role that Informal Systems Play in the Success of Behavior Based Safetya short article about the role that informal systems play in the success or failure of behavior based safety interventions in an organization. -
Management Involvement for Successful Occupational Health and SafetyThe 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. -
Improving Pedestrian Street Signs Will Improve Pedestrian SafetyFor many elderly adults who are unable to drive, improved street signs may provide for improved safety when walking.
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Caring for an Ill or Disabled Senior Citizen: Choosing an Assisted Living FacilityThe next installment in my on-going series on senior care addresses considerations for choosing an assisted living community. Pricing, accommodations, facilities, transportation, security are important factors.
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Reasons to Join Your Local Neighborhood Senior CenterAs we face retirement or are already retired, it is sometimes difficult to decide what we will do with our free time. Here are some of the benefits of becoming a member of a local senior center to help fill the days with meaningful activity.
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College Senior Projects Address Real Business NeedsDeVry students showcase their innovation presenting their final senior projects to industry experts and local leaders. Read more about DeVry student success!
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Shaking Off "Senior-itis"How can a high school senior combat boredom and stay focused until graduation day? It can be done. Read here.
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Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Safest Cars 2010The safest cars and SUVs for 2010 according to The Institute for Highway Safety.
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Travel Tips for Senior CitizensThere are several tips for senior citizens who want to have safe and fun vacations. It is a good idea to look for senior-oriented travel agencies to book a vacation. Also, traveling alone is not advisable. Safety should be a top priority.
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Summer Health Risks for Senior CitizensSummer heat presents many challenges and health hazards for senior citizens. Use these tips to avoid common summer health risks.
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Home Safety Tips for SeniorsThe U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) states that nearly one million people over age 65 are treated in hospital emergency rooms for injuries associated with products they live with and use everyday. -
Senior Housing in Atlanta MetroAccording to the 2000 Census for the City of Atlanta, 13.01% of the population is aged 65 years and older. By 2010, there is a projected 5.6% increase, which means that our senior population is also increasing... more adequate senior housing is needed. -
10 Car Travel Tips for Senior Citizen CaregiversTraveling by car with elderly senior citizens can present a challenge. These 10 easy tips will make the drive safer and more enjoyable for both your and passengers.
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How to Maintain Safety for SeniorsA brief overview of general safety interventions for seniors to adopt to protect themselves.
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What Every Senior Should Know About Staying Safe in a Dangerous WorldThere are many things that seniors can do promote safety and well-being in their lives. Simple steps to prevent victimization can improve senior safety. -
Tips for Safe and Proper Installation of a Safety HandrailSafety measures to consider when installing a safety stair rail for your senior parents.
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How to Choose a Walking Cane for Your Senior ParentsLearn the four styles of canes available for your senior parents, and how to choose the right one for their needs.
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How to Properly Dress as a Senior CitizenSeniors need to dress for safety and convenience.
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Senior Issues: The Fear of Slipping, Tripping and FallingFalling has always been a basic of slapstick comedy. But falls in the older population are certainly not funny and no longer considered a normal part of aging.
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Senior Citizens in Surrey, British ColumbiaA brief look at the senior population in Surrey, BC. A discussion of the needs of seniors and how the community is meeting these needs.
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A Guide for Retirement Living and Senior Health ServicesMany people are perplexed about what's available and who is eligible for the different types of retirement living and senior health services that are currently offered. Here's a guide to help you make informed choices about these options.
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Senior Living Communities in New Port Richey, FloridaThe senior living communities in New Port Richey, Florida are mostly self contained, by offering their residents all the conveniences you might need.
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Home Safety Tips for Senior CitizensGrowing old means poor eyesight, arthritis, dementia and side effects from medication. All of these can lead to safety complications in the home.
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