Tips for Seniors
Winter Weather Tips for Seniors
Tips for SeniorsIt is officially Winter in Oklahoma which means we can have a wide variety of weather that varies from day to day. Just like storm season, we must prepare ourselves for whatever Mother Nature brings us. Below are some important weather tips to keep you...
Tips for Long-Distance Caregivers: Health Changes You Can See, Hear, and Read
In a perfect world, we’d all live close to our aging parents and grandparents. But careers and the needs of our immediate families often cause us to become long-distance caregivers, spending less time face to face with aging loved ones than we might like.
Why Seniors Refuse to Eat and What You Can Do About It
Proper nutrition is vital to a healthy life at any age. Many seniors tend to eat less as their metabolism slows and nutritional needs change, but what if Mom or Dad won’t eat properly or hardly eats at all?
Resources for Caregivers
Over 15 million Americans provide unpaid care to older adult. Use these tips and learn more about caregiving.
Prevent Injuries from Falls
Tips for SeniorsFalls are the leading cause of injury-related death for adults ages 65 and older. Over 2.5 million people in this age group were treated in emergency departments for injuries from falls in 2013, and falls are the most common cause of traumatic brain...
Senior Safety in Summertime Heat
Tips for SeniorsThe elderly are more prone to heat stress than their younger counterparts. Seniors may have difficulty adapting to changes in temperature, they could have a medical condition, or they could be taking medication that affects the ability to regulate...