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How To Senior Proof Your Home
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…
What is Senior Living?
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…
Who Should Not Use a Rollator Walker
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…
Does Medicare Cover Wheelchair Ramps?
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…
How Far Can an Electric Wheelchair Go?
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…
What is a Wheelchair Companion Seat?
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…
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