I read an article by Dr. Carstensen from Stanford University that was looking for a new term that aging people can embrace. Some people like the comfortable term “baby boomers”, but what happens when GenXers and millennials grow old? After years of research, the term “perennial” became the frontrunner to refer to older people. The term was coined […]
Category: Seniors
Safety Guide for Caregivers
Are you taking care of a senior citizen? I just was sent a new safety guide for senior home safety. The guide provides everything you need to know to ensure that every room in a senior’s home is safe. There is also an interactive feature; clicking on any room in the house illustration will jump you to […]
25 Tips To Make Home Safe For Seniors
Need some tips to keep a seniors home safe? Here’s a quick article that outlines twenty-five tips to make a home safe for the elderly. I like that this article breaks it down into living quarters. Below are the top five tips; follow the link to the article has all twenty-five tips. Top five tips to keep a […]
Some Quick Fire Safety Tips For People With Disabilities
We discovered a complete guide on fire safety for people with disabilities. The guide covers safety strategies for people with visual, hearing and mobility impairments, organized by chapters and has resources cited. Some quick fire safety tips: Don’t wear loose-fitting clothing around an open flame. Don’t leave hot pans unattended. Always set a timer when […]
OhioHopes Helps Seniors
Are you senior that thinks they’ve been scammed? OhioHOPES strives to be Ohio’s informative hub for older adults at risk of crime. This initiative provides resources, a monitored helpline, and support in reporting crimes. If you are senior or have an elderly family member that needs help check out Ohio Hopes. http://ohiohopes.org/