Fall Prevention the the Home
Allison Scharr with Legacy Home Care discusses the common dangers and hazards found in home and how to avoid falls.
How to Prevent Falls in the Bathroom
Did you know that the smallest room in your house can also be the most dangerous? Yes, we’re talking about your bathroom. According to the Center for Disease Control, about 235,000 injuries a year occur as a result of a falling in the bathroom. These injuries are serious enough to send these individuals to […]
How to Prevent Falls in Bathrooms
The majority of falls that occur among senior adults happen while in the bathroom. Allison offers some practical tips to help prevent falls in bathrooms.
Tips to Avoid Trips – Fall Prevention
Continuing our topic of “Fall Prevention.” Firstly, according to the Center for Disease Control, 1 out of every 5 falls results in a serious injury such as fractures and head injuries. It doesn’t matter who we are, anyone can fall. We are more susceptible to falling however, as we grow older. Some factors that influence […]
Tips to Avoid Trips – Fall Prevention
Allison Scharr continues our topic of Fall Prevention by providing some practical tips to help seniors avoid falls.
Fall Prevention Awareness
Allison Scharr begins to discuss the importance of Fall Prevention awareness and training, to help prevent unnecessary falls. Allison is a Care Coordinator and Assisted Living Placement Specialist with Legacy Home Care.
Don’t Fall for It – Fall Prevention Awareness
“Don’t Fall for It” – Fall Prevention Awareness One of the greatest fears among senior citizens is the fear of falling. Fear of falling leads to lost confidence and increased inactivity. This is not an irrational fear as falling is a primary catalyst for hospital admissions among seniors. Helping seniors reduce their risk of falling […]
They are Always Right – How to Talk to Someone with Dementia – Tips for Caregivers
When a loved one or friend has dementia, having conversations with him or her may be a little challenging because their sense of truth does not always line up with reality. Watch this helpful video that helps us navigate those uncomfortable moments.
Veteran Aid Benefits
Do you wonder if you are eligible for Veterans Aid. Sandy Messer with Long Term Assurance guides us through the various Veterans Aid Benefits, qualification criteria and application process.
Navigating Medicare Coverage Choices
Andy Lockridge with Lockridge and Associates LLC discusses the various Medicare coverage choices available to seniors.
