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The Ultimate Bathroom Safety Checklist

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · December 08, 2021

Because of its wet and dark nature, the bathroom is proven to be the most dangerous area in any home. To help prevent accidents and injury, we’ve broken down each bath safety aid by the area they help with, including balance, mobility, and accessibility. If you’re in the market for bathroom safety equipment, use this checklist to help guide your decision.

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How to do Cardio While Sitting

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · September 14, 2021

Cardio workouts involve activities that boost your heart & respiratory rate. Physical activity is equally important regardless of which health condition you suffer. The movement provides you with sufficient energy if you spend most of your day sitting. These seated cardio exercises are perfect for everybody. This article will cover a few easy and convenient chair cardio exercises that anyone can do.

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The Hidden Risks of Hearing Loss

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · August 11, 2021

Anyone who experiences a sudden loss of hearing tends to seek out medical treatment quickly. Hearing loss with age can be very gradual. Many consider the loss of hearing in old age to be a normal part of life and often go untreated.

When hearing loss is left untreated, it can expose the sufferer to increased risks when it comes to other conditions.

Here are some of the hidden dangers of hearing loss, particularly when left untreated.

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Mental Health Facts and Statistics (Infographic)

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · April 16, 2021

Our mental health is so often overlooked merely because it’s a constant facet we must always be aware of 24/7/365. After all, our minds constantly process information, develop new thoughts, and evolve based on chemical makeup and our surroundings. For this reason, having an awareness of various mental health facts, figures, and statistics can help us maintain our mental health. We’ve compiled a variety of facts to help bring awareness and understanding to different health conditions. This article breaks these pieces of information down into generalized facts and figures, seasonal affective disorder, anxiety, physical pain (its impact on mental health), and aging.

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10 Tips to Make Aging Gracefully More Manageable

Posted by Guest Writer · March 02, 2021

Aging is inevitable. While we don't have a choice on this, we can decide how well we age. These 10 tips on aging gracefully offer advice in regards to finances, mental health, physical health, and aids to make your journey easier.

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The Best Driver Safety Tips for Seniors

Posted by Guest Writer · February 19, 2021

As people grow older, they generally begin to experience a slight decline in basic motor skills and situational awareness caused by poorer eyesight or reduced hearing.

When applied to driving on the road, this could result in unsafe situations that put yourself and others at risk.

As a senior driver, it’s vital to practice driver safety and refresh yourself on the rules, regulations, and behaviors related to safe driving. Not only will this help to keep you safe behind the wheel, but it will also allow you to improve your independence by keeping you on the road for longer.

Here are some useful driving safety tips for seniors.

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