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      What To Do When Dad Shouldn't Drive

      For many seniors, the loss of their ability to drive is a milestone that has been dreaded for years. Chances are, Dad is aware...


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      5 Problems Seniors Living Alone May Have

      Is your loved one a senior citizen who is living at home by themselves? Are you concerned that they are having problems taking...


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      17 Top Kitchen Gadgets Your Senior Will Love

      Whether your senior loves experimenting in the kitchen or just needs to do some basic cooking, you can make it easier for them...


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      Safety Tips for Winterizing Your Senior's Vehicle

      Winter is upon us, and as we make sure that our loved ones have appropriate outerwear to handle the weather, we should be sure...


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      Caregiver's 3-Step Guide to Conducting a Home Safety Survey

      Fall-related injuries are the leading cause of injury deaths and disabilities among persons aged 65 years and older. Over half of...


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      5 Summer Safety Tips for Seniors & Their Caregivers

      Summer can be great fun, but summer can be dangerous as well. Following these 5 summer safety tips for seniors and their...


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      Smart Renovations to Make the Bathroom Safer for Seniors

      The bathroom can be a dangerous place. It's a place where you're alone. There are hard, slippery surfaces everywhere. And...


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      Home Security Tips for Seniors

      A vast majority of seniors list fear of crime as being one of their biggest concerns. Statistics indicate that seniors are right...


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      Senior Living: The Wheelchair-Friendly Bathroom

      Wheelchairs can be cumbersome, especially in small, confined spaces such as the bathroom. A few modifications to the current...


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      Guide to Help Seniors Prevent Falls

      As you age, it's important that you know the facts about falling. For example, did you know that women are twice as likely to be...


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      Home Safe Home: Conducting a Thorough Home Safety Assessment

      Many senior injuries result from hazards overlooked but are easy to fix. Since safety is one of our major concerns here at Caring...


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      Tags: Senior Safety, Fall Prevention