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 Fritzi Gros-Daillon | Jun 8, 2016 | Adult Children, Outdoor Tips
As the summer season officially begins this month, most of the daily celebrations relate to summer foods and enjoying the vacation atmosphere of our lives. Better weather certainly raises our spirits. Given we have extra daylight, this is a chance to take a new look...
by householdguardians | Oct 27, 2014 | Safety Tips
Fire Safety Month is coming to a close. Have you used this time to check all of your fire alarm batteries? Remember that smoke alarms have about a 10 life span. Make sure the alarm works properly with each battery change and make proper replacements as necessary....
by Fritzi Gros-Daillon | Jun 19, 2014 | Living Area Tips
Sometimes, it’s the little things that matter most when it comes to creating a safe and accessible home. We have given you many tricks and tips in our YouTube videos that will change your life over night, but there is always something more that you can do. ...
by Fritzi Gros-Daillon | Apr 22, 2014 | Bathroom Tips
Shower benches are useful addition to the shower as aids for the elderly, physically-challenged, or for those who require extra assistance in the shower. The prime issue in taking care of such benches, especially for the wood types, is keeping mold and mildew at bay....
