Medical Alert Blog

We’re entering a season of joy, celebration, and togetherness. But while this is generally a happy time for many, it can also be a period of loneliness and sadness for older adults. This time of hustle and bustle can be overwhelming, and for seniors living on their own, the holidays can magnify feelings of isolation and loss. That’s why seniors need to take proactive steps to prevent holiday depression. If…

It is a difficult place to be in to see your parents aging and starting to fail. As we switch roles between parent and child, we become the caregiver. This is often difficult for both of us. We tend to get more stubborn with age and if your parents are making risky decisions it can be very problematic. But they may be doing it out of spite, or they may…

Caring for a loved one who is advancing in age comes with challenges, but if they are also living with a disability, it can be very taxing. You want them to be comfortable and cared for.

There are steps you can take to make sure your senior is better prepared to avoid falls. Even a few small improvements can mean keeping their mobility and their independence.

We tend to start slowing down our activities once the fall arrives. It’s a bit cooler outside and our thoughts turn to more indoor things to do. But it doesn’t mean we should stop completely.

As we get older, our bones can become more fragile and brittle. We aren’t as active as we once were and we don’t always eat the same things. This is a contributing factor to falls.

When our roles in the family dynamic change and we become the caregivers, there are bound to be mistakes. But here are a few tips to make the transition easier.

One of the biggest causes of injury for our seniors is slipping and falling. A great way to help prevent falls is proper footwear.

If your fingers and hands are becoming stiff, try these tips to keep your hands functioning and remain independent for as long as you can.

Seniors often are targeted by scammers, so it’s important to be aware of what to look for regarding a potential scam.