by householdguardians | Jul 7, 2019 | Aging-in-Place
By 2030, one in every five residents in the US will be over the age of 65. It’s the first time in the nation’s history that older people are projected to outnumber children. With the average life expectancy now at 78.7 years, there’s a growing need for increased...
by householdguardians | Nov 23, 2016 | Aging
The Missing Piece to Motivate Student Involvement in Aging The one industry that’s not running short on jobs is Gerontology and Geriatrics. However, attracting students to study the discipline runs thin. It could be due to lack of geriatrics-trained educators, absence...
by householdguardians | Oct 10, 2016 | Aging-in-Place
More seniors are choosing to age-in-place, remaining at home (wherever home is, even independent and assisted living apartments) as long as they are physically able to do so. In their minds, aging-in-place allows for more freedom, safety and comfort while promoting...
by householdguardians | Oct 7, 2016 | Bathroom Tips, Safety Tips
More than one in three seniors over age 65 fall each year, and the National Institute on Aging (NIA) says 80 percent of these falls are in the bathroom. Due to the multitude of unforgiving and slippery surfaces, bathrooms are very hazardous for the home. Seniors are...
by householdguardians | Oct 5, 2016 | Aging-in-Place, Kitchen Tips, Safety Tips
Kitchen safety is among the more important types of home safety to practice for the elderly. The kitchen can be a very dangerous place for anyone, but for those 65 and older, it is even more so. Age-related changes affect the senses and reduce mobility. Cognitive...
by householdguardians | Oct 1, 2016 | Aging
Please join Household Guardians at the October 21st Senior Health & Resource Fair! download flyer If you want to host a booth contact hollinhomecare@gmail.com OR click here to Download the...
by householdguardians | Sep 30, 2016 | Aging
Annual fundraising celebration to bring awareness to and recognize seniors. This is the Foundation for Senior Well Being’s fantastic event that draws thousands of spectators and earns hundreds of thousands of dollars for seniors in North San Diego County. Please...
by Fritzi Gros-Daillon | Aug 12, 2016 | Media
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