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A Holiday Guide: How to Tell If Your Loved One Needs More Support aging parents aging safety at home Nov 18, 2024

With the holidays coming up, I know you’re excited to spend time with your loved ones. Between the family gatherings and catching up over dinner, it’s also a great time to quietly check in on how your older relatives are doing. Sometimes, it’s easier to notice little things when...

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Get Your Loved Ones' Home Winter-Ready Today! aging safety at home Oct 28, 2024

Winter is a beautiful time of year, but when it comes to caring for our elderly loved ones, it's also the season that brings extra challenges. As a home health nurse in very snowy Colorado, I've seen firsthand how important it is to be prepared for anything Mother Nature throws our way—from...

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The Tightrope: Aging Safely While Independent at Home aging safety at home Oct 21, 2024

Helping Aging Parents Stay Independent and Safe: Finding the Perfect Balance
Watching our parents get older is a journey filled with heartwarming moments, but it can also bring its fair share of worries. We want to help them stay independent in their homes, but we also want to make sure they're...

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4 Benefits of Aging in Place aging parents aging safety at home Oct 14, 2024

Why Home-Based Nursing Care is a Smart Choice for Seniors

It’s no secret that the baby boomer generation is much larger than the millennial and Gen X groups, which is causing some serious issues when it comes to finding space in nursing homes. As demand for elder care rises, many families...

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Home Sweet Forever: Aging with Comfort! aging parents aging safety at home Oct 07, 2024

Hey friend! I want to chat about something we’re all starting to hear a lot about: aging in place. Now, you might be thinking, "What exactly does that mean?” Have you heard of the “Silver Tsunami”? Well, let’s break down why this concept is crucial to start thinking...

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Six Signs It's Time for Your Aging Parent to Stop Driving aging safety at home crucial conversations May 22, 2024

Unexplained dents, dings, and scratches on your parents' car? Pillows and phone books on the driver’s seat for “an extra lift”? Driving citations or tickets in the mail? If your parent has been involved in near misses, minor accidents, or traffic violations, it’s a clear...

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Overlooked Safety Measures for Aging Parents at Home: A Nurse's Perspective aging safety at home May 15, 2024

As a nurse with years of experience in eldercare, I’ve seen firsthand the challenges families face when it comes to ensuring the safety of aging parents at home. While many safety measures may seem obvious, there are often overlooked aspects that can make a significant difference in...

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Outdoor Safety: 9 Safety Tips to Allow Our Aging Parents to Continue to Do All That They Love Outside aging safety at home May 08, 2024

Navigating outdoor spaces can pose unique challenges for aging parents. With a little careful planning and foresight, we can help minimize risks and promote their safety, and well-being while keeping them independent, active and doing the things they enjoy in the beautiful spring and summer...

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5 Essential Tips to Keep Your Aging Parent Safe at Home: Insights from a Nurse aging safety at home May 01, 2024

If you’re stepping into the role of caring for your aging parent at home, it’s natural to want to ensure their safety and comfort.; As an elder care nurse for over 15 years and owner of a home health company I’ve seen what can happen if an elder does not have a safe environment....

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