The cold weather is among us and it is especially important for seniors to plan and prepare for the winter months ahead. Some typical hazards that can happen in the winter months include falling on the ice and catching a cold or the influenza virus. Using common sense and being cautious can help prevent these […]
Home Safety Checks – Key to Fall Prevention
“An ounce of prevention is worth a ton of cure.” – This adage can be applied to home safety as well. Older adults, especially, are vulnerable to serious injuries from home accidents. A simple fall can often have devastating consequences including death. June is National Safety Month, an annual observance developed by the National Safety Council […]