Articles for Seniors & the Mobility Limited!

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Bathroom Safety After a Total Hip Surgery

Guest Author January 22, 2019

GUEST POST – Hip replacements have become a common theme in today’s operating room and are expected to continue to skyrocket in the next few years. You or someone you know…
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6 Ways to Stay Safe in the Bathroom

Hayley Cornelius January 16, 2019

January is National Bath Safety month which is a great time to outline the importance of making the bathroom safer for aging adults and the whole family. The slippery-when-wet surfaces…
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6 Tips for Long-distance Caregivers

Hayley Cornelius November 16, 2018

As our parents get older, they require more care and attention. But if you live long distance, it can be hard to take care of your elderly parents. Though you…
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In-Home Care Services help Caregivers

Hayley Cornelius November 9, 2018

Being a caregiver is a huge responsibility that millions of Americans take on to look after a spouse, elderly parent or other family member. Depending on the level of caregiving…
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How to Recognize and Prevent Caregiver Burnout

Hayley Cornelius November 1, 2018

Your role as a caregiver is extremely important. You provide comfort and aid to someone who can no longer fully support themselves. But caregiving often creates burnout, fatigue, and stress.…
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Signs of Depression in Seniors

Hayley Cornelius October 26, 2018

Depression can happen to anyone, at any age. It can happen to people coming from any type of background. It doesn’t skip a person because of the number of accomplishments…
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Disaster Preparedness for Seniors

Hayley Cornelius September 7, 2018

Natural disasters are happening more often. Forest fires are ravaging the west coast. Massive volcanic eruptions forced thousands to evacuate in Hawaii. Whether it’s hurricanes, floods, or fires, emergency preparedness…
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How Seniors Can Maximize Social Security Benefits

Guest Author August 27, 2018

Are you nearing retirement age? Have you become disabled? You might not know whether you could receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or if you should just go ahead and…
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6 Ways to Keep Your Mind Sharp

Hayley Cornelius August 2, 2018

Though the human brain is not a muscle, it has similar requirements to maintain flexibility and longevity. We know that proper nutrition and exercise benefits the body. It is the same…
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6 Packing Hacks for Wheelchair Accessible Travel

Hayley Cornelius July 20, 2018

People have been traveling in wheelchairs for a long time. Both manual and electric chairs have made it possible for elderly, and physically challenged people to see the world and…
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