Through my work with a senior home care agency, I have become more aware of the struggles our elders have. All too often, I hear of our elders fallen down, breaking a bone, or sometimes a much more severe accident will happen. So I think it’s important to focus attention on safety in our later years…
Senior living, or independent living, can open up a whole new world for the elderly and their loved ones. But with so many options available, it’s easy to get confused and overwhelmed. So we’ll start from the beginning: what does senior living mean? Well, in short, the term can be described as housing arrangements for…
A rollator walker is a useful aid for people with limited mobility, offering more balance and helping them from point a to point b. Sometimes referred to as a rolling walker with a seat, the rollator is generally equipped with four wheels, brakes, and a seat. However, a rollator walker isn’t always the best option…
Original Medicare (Part A and Part B) does not cover the cost of installing a wheelchair ramp for personal use in your home. Although Medicare Part B does provide coverage for wheelchairs (prescribed by your physician), the necessary ramps for your home are not covered. Medicare Coverage for DME Medicare Part B defines durable medical…
As we age, mobility can become a problem. Many of us want to stay active and maintain freedom in our everyday lives. To maintain our freedom to move around indoors and out without limitations, we have to solve our mobility issues. And the best way to get around it is with an electric wheelchair. A…
Do you plan to go to the movies with a friend or family member who uses a wheelchair? Have you ever wondered how you could sit together at this event? If you have, you probably never knew that there is a designated legal option for those going along with a disabled person. You don’t have…
If you just got a brand new mobility scooter, you may be feeling impatient when it comes to charging the battery. Just the thought of all the places you’ll be able to go, the new freedoms your scooter will give you, makes you want to start getting around right away. Unfortunately, even a fully charged…
Mobility can be a challenge for seniors and for those who have health conditions, especially as it can feel as if you’ve lost your freedom. The good news is that it’s fairly easy to get a mobility scooter that will give you the independence to go anywhere. The question you may find yourself asking is:…
I love to travel. I especially love going to see family. The best feeling in the world is getting to your destination and seeing the smiling face of a loved one you haven’t seen in a long time. Air travel makes it so you can spend less time traveling and more time with the ones…
Whether you’re searching for a mobility scooter for yourself or for a family member, choosing the right one isn’t always an easy task. Whilst trying to find one that’s safe, reliable, and functional, you’ll likely have tons of questions. One of the things you might be asking yourself is “how far can I go on…
