by Krista Scarlett | Dec 17, 2020 | Activities, COVID-19, Health & Wellness, Senior Safety
Winter Activities for Seniors The cold, the snow, COVID-19. All of these have the potential to make this winter feel especially dreary, boring, and isolating. However, it’s important for seniors to stay engaged and active to maintain good health and well-being....
by Krista Scarlett | Dec 9, 2020 | COVID-19, Senior Safety
10 Winter Safety Tips for Seniors & Caregivers The weather outside is frightful, especially for seniors. Winter’s harsh chill and icy conditions can be particularly dangerous for older adults. In addition to an increased risk of falls, seniors are also...
by Krista Scarlett | Jul 9, 2020 | Health & Wellness, Senior Safety
7 Summer Skin Safety Tips for Seniors Did you know ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun and other sources like tanning beds are the #1 cause of skin cancer? Too much exposure to the summer’s hot rays can not only cause sunburn and wrinkles, but also more extreme issues...
by Krista Scarlett | May 7, 2020 | Assisted Living, Health & Wellness, Senior Safety
Fall Prevention Tips for Seniors As you age, falls are a real threat to both your health and independence. Every year, millions of seniors ages 65 and older fall. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 1 in 4 older people fall...
by Krista Scarlett | Apr 23, 2020 | Assisted Living, Health & Wellness, Senior Safety
The Power of Your Phone or Tablet for Seniors Your smartphone, tablet, or mobile device does more than provide hours of endless entertainment. It could also save your life! According to Pew Research Center, more than 50% of all seniors in the U.S. now own a...
by Krista Scarlett | Apr 16, 2020 | COVID-19, Health & Wellness, Senior Safety
How to Talk to Seniors About Social Distancing & COVID-19 The novel coronavirus can infect anyone, but studies show that older adults—ages 60 and older—are more likely to get seriously sick from it. Like many of us, seniors are also trying to navigate and...
