Category: Home Medical Equipment

Stair Lift Guide

There comes a point in many people’s lives when they begin to find it difficult to walk up and down stairs without help. Such mobility problems can be the result of injury, illness, weakness in the legs, poor eyesight, reduced balance and a number of other conditions. If you find that it’s becoming harder and…

How Compression Socks Work

Compression socks and stockings have a variety of benefits. They improve blood flow, lessen pain and swelling in the legs and reduce the risk of conditions resulting from poor blood circulation, such as deep vein thrombosis (DBT), which is a type of blood clot. Many different types of people wear them, including the elderly, pilots,…

Four Health Challenges of Aging

There’s no doubt about it, getting older can be a daunting prospect. However, if you’re aware of some of the common health challenges of aging and how to address them, you’re well on your way to aging more healthfully and comfortably. Weakened immune system People over the age of 65 tend to see their immune…

How to Memorialize Your Loved Ones

When someone you love passes away, it can be difficult to process your grief. As seniors lose spouses, friends and family members, it’s important to find healthy ways to memorialize those we love. Here are a few ideas: Archive your memories It’s easier than ever to store photos, notes, videos and other intangibles online. Apps…

Three Ways You Can Ease into Retirement

Retirement can be a complex transition. On the one hand, you have more time to enjoy your hobbies and passions, whether you love to garden or are looking forward to learning French. On the other hand, many retirees experience anxiety, depression and a diminished sense of self once they leave the workplace. To transition to…

Spring Cleaning Tips for Seniors

Birds will soon be chirping, flowers will begin to bloom and temperatures will slowly warm up, which means that it will be time for spring cleaning before we know it! As seniors age, spring cleaning on their own gets harder and harder. If you’re stepping in to help an elderly loved one clean his or…

Advantages of an Elderly In-Home Spa

Nothing is more relaxing than a dip in a spa tub. For most of us, it’s an experience we have most often on vacation. For the elderly, however, having an in-home spa has a variety of benefits for relaxation, rejuvenation and health. Hydrotherapy, or water as a means to heal, has been used to treat…