Medical Alert Resources

The Dangers Of A Heat Wave

Weather is, at best, unpredictable, but a heat wave poses as much of a health risk for your aging parents as do winter storms or hurricanes. It is not unheard of for the frail elderly to succumb to extreme heat.

Is It Time For A New Mattress?

It is important that both you and your spouse have a durable mattress that you can use on a daily basis for quality, uninterrupted sleep. However, many of us buy a mattress and never think to replace it until years later when our bodies show signs of pain and stiffness.

Adult Day Care May Relieve Caregiver Stress

It’s not easy being a caregiver for your aging parents, and the idea of leaving them home alone all day may cause stress, especially if you feel they need assistance with aspects of daily living.

Preventing Osteoporosis As We Age

Osteoporosis as described by Wikipedia is a disease of bones that leads to an increased risk of fracture. In osteoporosis, the bone mineral density (BMD) is reduced, bone microarchitecture deteriorates, and the amount and variety of proteins in bone are altered.

Making The Snowbird Trek

Depending on what geographical location you live, springtime can often be classified as “going home” season! The yearly flock of snowbirds from the southern states back to their respective northern state is in full swing.

Exercise At Home To Keep The Elderly Safe

Regular physical activity can improve the quality of life as our loved ones age. It has been proven time after time that exercise keeps our body, mind, and heart strong.

Creating a Safe Bathroom Environment

Creating the proper environment will allow a caregiver to feel safe about leaving their loved ones alone especially when using the bathroom, in particular showering.

Caregivers Benefit From Medical Alert Systems

While many people believe that a medical alert system is only for the elderly, others have come to realize that this is not the case. Believe it or not, caregivers of all ages can benefit from having access to a medical alert system during an emergency.

Do Cell Phones Negate Medical Alert Systems?

The question as to whether having a cell phone negates the need for a home medical alert device is one that arises frequently, especially as the elderly population is trying to be frugal.

The Many Uses of Personal Emergency Response Systems (PERS)

Personal emergency response systems have a wide variety of uses. A PERS system like LifeFone is primarily intended for seniors or those who live alone. If you are prone to falling or if you have medical issues, personal emergency response systems can be very important to your health and well-being.