Simple safety measures as the seasons shift always seem like a small thing to think about. However, if these safety measures are followed and thought about more often, more lives of seniors could be saved. Did you know that out of the 12,000 people that die from heat-related injuries that 80% of them are over […]
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Apr
Apr
If you’re a senior that loves a good weekend adventure, you might find yourself looking forward to Fridays. Even if you’ve decided to retire, chances are, some of your family members that you like visiting or going away with may still operate on a traditional work schedule. What that means is that, sometimes, you might […]
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Apr
Apr
Have you been paying attention to the fact that the aging population is working more? It’s true that the average retirement age has only fluctuated so much since 1970 but currently, the retirement age could be more likely to reflect that of the earlier 1900s. Today, the average age that you can expect a senior […]
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Apr
Apr
This might go overlooked but at least 40% of those over 65 years of age, at some point, will experience memory loss in some form. This is a natural part of aging for many people and for everyone, this type of experience will present differently and for some, not at all. Only 1% of that […]
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Apr
Apr
Did you know that at least 24% of the general adult population utilizes the services that therapists offer? As people age, they experience a wide range of physical and emotional changes. Some seniors may face difficult life events such as forced retirement, transitioning out of driving, having their independence adjusted, or health issues that can leave them […]
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Apr
Apr
April is Autism Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness and understanding about this neurological and developmental disorder that affects 75 million people across the globe. While that number is 1% of the global population, it’s important to recognize how this disorder affects people, what it actually means, and how April is used to raise […]
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Mar
Mar
While Florida is known for its “level-headed” temperatures during the spring and start of summer, the high for the state will still often reach 88 degrees Fahrenheit. You might be thinking, that’s perfect beach weather and while it can be, any temperature over 82 technically calls for extreme caution. It’s easy to get wrapped up […]
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Mar
Mar
Did you know that we’re right around the corner of Florida’s state day? It’s called Pascua Florida Day and as a Floridian, you may or may not know the story behind this day and as April approaches, it might be a good time to hear the story if you haven’t already. The first Sunday of […]
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Mar
Mar
Did you know that at least 17% of the U.S. population has provided care for someone 50 or older….unpaid? This is often an adult that provides care for an older family member because they need help in or out of their home or simply because they are family. A lot of the time though, there […]
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Mar
Mar
Arthritis is a debilitating condition that is also quite painful. At least 58.5 million people in the U.S. suffer from it. Fortunately, there are a few ways to help seniors that are afflicted. Knowing treatments and remedies for arthritis is especially important for seniors, who can be at a higher risk of developing this condition […]
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Mar
Mar
Did you know that of adults 65 or older, 36% of them have at least one type of disability? What’s interesting is that there are 21 different types of disabilities and there is one among seniors that isn’t talked about as much as you might think. For those 60 or older, at least 46% of this population […]
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Mar
Mar
Anywhere between 75% and 96% of seniors have admitted to making mistakes with their medication. This is concerning considering that this could represent how many older adults either don’t understand the side effects, general effects, or dosing recommendations of their medications. You should never result to guesswork when it comes to handling prescriptions even if you […]