A disaster can occur at any given moment, so being prepared for future events is crucial. For senior citizens, being prepared for an emergency situation is even more important, simply because most older adults have specific, unique needs such as medications and...
Frostbite can cause damage to the skin and progress to the bone. It usually affects the nose, ears, cheeks, chin, fingers, and toes. Frostbite can even result in loss of limbs. Seniors with heart disease and other circulation problems are at risk. Prevention includes...
If you and your friends would like to get together for Halloween, here are a few ideas to make it a little more festive: Share scary stories Your friends probably know some good ones, but you can come equipped with a book or some stories from the internet just in...
Being prepared before disaster strikes is the best way to manage an emergency situation. For an aging adult, emergency planning may require some additional thought. The following information will help you start planning for an emergency. Emergency alerts The most...
Health: Air quality has reached unhealthy levels for vulnerable groups including the elderly and those who have suffered a stroke, have diabetes, currently have a respiratory illness or cold, or those with heart or lung issues such as asthma or COPD. Health agencies...