More and more seniors are staying in their homes -- aging in place -- longer. To keep safe, seniors should pay special attention to home modification and repairs, yard safety, and fall prevention.
Indoors: Because seniors often live in older homes, it's important to make sure electrical wiring is in good shape and fuses are not overloaded. Making modifications and repairs can allow seniors to more easily manage bathing, cooking, and stair climbing activities. Install sturdy grab bars in the bathroom, outside ramps for easy access, and lower counter tops in the kitchen. Local Agencies on Aging have information on contractors and funding assistance.
Outdoors: Yard maintenance can be hazardous. Beware of lawn mowing mishaps from lifting and servicing the mower. Consider getting help from relatives or paying lawn and garden services for yard work and other outdoors jobs such as gutter cleaning.
Source: QBE Regional Insurance
Next month: Fending off falls . . .
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This painting is by the artist Fran Hardy, my sister. Click on it to see more of her wonderful creations!
I am a physical therapist and personal trainer with a holistic health practice located in Brookline, Massachusetts, USA since 1988. Services include therapeutic massage, home and office workspace assessment, posture/flexibility assessment, energy work and meditation CD's. I can be reached at 617-738-8222.
This painting is by the artist Fran Hardy, my sister. Click on it to see more of her wonderful creations!
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- Therapeutic Massage
- Home and Office Ergonomic Workspace Assessment
- Posture and Flexibility Assessment
- Energy work
- Easy Relaxing Meditation CD
- Please contact me at 617-738-8222 for more information.
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- Joan Hardy
- Brookline, Massachusetts, United States
- I offer: THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE FOR RELIEF FROM STRESS AND INJURY - individualized to your needs. HOME AND OFFICE WORKSPACE ASSESSMENT - increase your comfort and productivity with ergonomic evaluation. POSTURE AND FLEXIBILITY ASSESSMENT - feel more limber. ENERGY WORK - promotes relaxation and self-healing in person or distantly. MEDITATION CD - learn how to relax! I have 25+ years experience as a licensed, board-certified physical therapist, personal trainer, health educator, pain and stress management specialist. Day and evening appointments in Coolidge Corner, Brookline with convenient free parking and public transport. Sliding scale fees and and gift certificates available. 617-738-8222