Mobility problems don’t have to affect your ability to remain active and promote good health. Even if you use a wheelchair! Wheelchair yoga offers many health benefits through poses that can be done while seated in a chair. Keep reading to learn more.
Combo rollator transport chairs are hybrid walkers that convert to wheelchairs. So, if a senior gets tired and needs to rest, you can quickly convert their rollator walker into a transport chair. Then, you can safely push them to your destination. The best rollator transport chair combos convert quickly, have comfortable seats, and built-in footrests.
There are many important factors that can make a wheelchair comfortable or miserable. As a matter of fact, usually the problem isn’t the wheelchair itself. Accessories like cushions and padded backs can make a big difference. Here is how you can make your current chair more comfortable.
Not hearing the doorbell is a common complaint for elderly people. Standard doorbells either aren’t loud enough or play melodies at frequencies that are difficult to hear. But, each of the following doorbells are loud and easy to use for elders.
Many elderly people are still capable of living alone but they might just need a little help. Learn how to use technology to check in on your parents without being obtrusive. I’ve also included a guide on how to have the conversation with your parents about these monitoring options.
Enhance the safety and independence of seniors with my carefully selected top caregiver call buttons, offering immediate assistance, ease of use, and peace of mind for both elders and their caregivers.
Digital voice recorders have lots of uses for seniors from recording reminders to preserving family oral histories. Voice recorders for the elderly should be simple to use, convenient to carry, and have great audio quality with large buttons. Some of the easier to use models are in the article below.
Electric nail trimmers work by grinding or filing nails instead of actually cutting them. This provides a safe nail cutting experience for seniors but also a much slower one. Many of these devices aren’t well rated because of that. Keep reading to learn more!
Arthritis can make the squeezing motion needed for nail trimming unbearable. These nail clippers for seniors with arthritis are easier to squeeze, easier to use, and cause less pain than their conventional counterparts.
The link between climate and arthritis pain levels, while not fully understood, is well-documented. Many seniors will even move to areas with better weather to reduce their pain. So, if you are contemplating a move, here are the worst places to live with arthritis so you know what to avoid!
Every grandparent has times when they struggle with entertaining their grandkids without resorting to TV’s and tablets. And, sometimes you just don’t feel like going anywhere either. Show this list of fun things to do with grandparents at home to your grandkids and let them choose an activity. Their pick just might surprise you.
The main reason seniors use canes is for stability and to improve mobility with balance problems. Quad canes aka four prong canes have a wider base than other canes so they make better contact with the ground. In this guide, I’ll review the best quad canes based on my experience working at a medical equipment dealer.
The best seat cushions for sciatic pain distribute weight off of the tail bone to relieve pressure on the sciatic nerve. They do this through several different methods including U shaped foam cutouts, memory foam, and gel layers.
Air travel can be a difficult experience for anyone of any age but it is especially taxing for senior citizens. Use these air travel tips for senior citizens to make your next flight a smooth one. My most important tip? Call ahead and prepare in advance!
Day trips can be so much more than a museum tour or a bus trip. Here are some fun, relaxing, and inclusive day trips for seniors – even those with limited mobility or health issues!
Birdwatching is a great hobby for seniors and the elderly because it can be done outside in the great outdoors or from the kitchen window if health is an issue. This guide to birdwatching for seniors has tips for enjoying the activity to its fullest whether you are inside or outside.
Spray bottles are helpful household gadgets but maybe not if you suffer from arthritis in your hands. The squeezing and pumping is painful. So, here are the best spray bottles for arthritic hands for less pain.
Few things make a back hurt quicker than a heavy purse. To reduce your back pain, look for a bag that is small and lightweight with shorter strap and easy access. Here are the best purses for back pain to help you out!
Arthritis pain often affects even simple tasks like drinking from a reusable water bottle. Keeping a tight grip or having to squeeze a plastic bottle hurts. So, to help you keep hydrated with less pain, here are the best water bottles for arthritic hands.
The goal of choosing a purse for a person with fibromyalgia is to reduce pain while still carrying the things you need. The best purse for fibromyalgia pain is usually a cross body or other bag that helps distribute the weight. Hand bags and carts are other options too.
From water bottles to pill containers, bottles are a daily part of many senior’s lives. But, often arthritis can make twisting a lid off of a bottle a painful event. So, to help with this, here are the best bottle openers for arthritic hands.
A major concern for caregivers of people with dementia is them getting out of the home and wandering off. But, door security options for dementia patients like door alarm, mats, and locks can keep your loved one safe – and your peace of mind intact.
Arthritis in the hands can make opening jars painful if not even impossible. Here are the best jar openers for arthritic hands to help you open jars more easily and with less pain.
Unfortunately many seniors and elderly people lack the money and physical ability to maintain and repair their homes. To help, here is a list of resources that offer home repair help for seniors that is free or at reduced cost.
Not every grandparent has a ton of money to spend on presents but they still want to show their love. These inexpensive gifts for grandkids will be appreciated and loved but don’t require a loan to buy them!
Fall prevention is priority #1 for caregivers of seniors with dementia or Alzheimer’s. Chair alarms are helpful tools that notify caregivers that a senior has gotten up out of their chair by sounding a loud alarm. There are two basic styles: ones that clip to the senior’s clothing and ones that use weight sensitive pads.
There are many reasons that seniors have trouble sleeping. Often, though, a new mattress can correct some of the reasons. The best mattresses for seniors should be comfortable and supportive to relieve back and joint pain, and easy to clean with firm sides. Here are my top recommendations.
Aches and pains from arthritis and just general hand weakness makes getting dressed a real chore for some seniors. Putting on belts can be especially tricky. These easy belts for seniors feature one handed buckles – or no buckles at all. Here is my list of the best belts for seniors who are having a hard time putting on a belt.
Many senior and elderly ladies have trouble getting dressed due to various problems with their hands. Putting on a bra can be especially difficult. The best bras for senior ladies should be supportive without an underwire, be easy to take on and off, and comfortable too. Here are some of the best bras for elderly ladies.
Medical alert devices help seniors when they are alone and have fallen or are having a medical emergency. Medical alert watches are popular because they are easy to wear and discreet too. Here are the best medical alert watches for seniors who live alone.
Comfortable and supportive orthopedic shoes will relieve your foot pain and improve mobility. Look for adjustable closures, ample cushioning and arch support from top brands like New Balance, Orthofeet or Brooks and focus on getting a proper measurement and fit.
It’s important that your mobility equipment fits right for your safety. Men have special needs when it comes to walking canes. Usually, they need taller canes that support more weight. Here are the best walking canes for men.
Many seniors and elderly people sleep in recliners due to health concerns or mobility problems. While this is not the ideal sleeping situation, sometimes it can’t be helped. So, if you have to do it, here are the best sleeping chairs for the elderly.
Before using hot tubs, seniors should always check with their doctors first. There are many documented benefits including reduced blood pressure, reduced stress, less arthritic pain, and better sleep. But the senior’s overall safety is the most important thing.
Live-in Caregivers help seniors manage their daily lives while living on-site with them in their home. So, when hiring one, you should vet them properly and make sure your senior loved one is safe. Here is how to find a live-in caregiver for seniors and the elderly
Many seniors just want a basic laptop that is easy to use. The simplest laptops for seniors are lightweight, have large screens, loud speakers, and keyboards with large buttons. Often a separate mouse is easier to use than a built-in one. Here are my recommendations.
Key safes, aka lockboxes, provide a safe, secure place to store your house keys on the outside of your home. This provides access to the home in the event of an emergency if the elderly person is unable to get to the door.
When a senior’s mobility begins to fail, many of them think that they need a scooter for mobility help. They look more fun that a power wheelchair, right? But, there are some advantages and disadvantages of scooters that you need to know about to make an informed decision.
Some elderly people have limited incomes. So, when they need an attorney, they might not be able to afford it. Here are ways to find free pro bono lawyers for senior citizens.
The hand tremors that sometimes come with Parkinson’s disease can be aggravating. Especially when it comes to eating. Here are some of the best stabilizing utensils for Parkinson’s to make eating a smoother process.
Traveling with older parents is always an adventure. But, dementia adds a whole new layer of complexity. The key to surviving a car trip with a parent with dementia is to bring familiar items, expect the unexpected, and to manage your own stress as well.
Painful arthritis can reduce your ability – or desire – to prep and cook food. But there are tools to help! Here are the best kitchen utensils for arthritic hands.
Travel needs change as we age. These vacations with little walking required still offer new places to visit without having to walk much. Plus, there are opportunities to rest.
These European trips for seniors offer fun and excitement for everyone. When planning a European vacation, look for tours that can be modified to your needs but still matches your wants.
Vacations with the whole family can be rewarding… and challenging. Here are some family vacations for elderly parents to tag along that are fun and exciting for everyone.
Traveling alone as a senior gives you the chance to see the world on your terms. Going on tours for seniors traveling alone also lets you socialize and make friends along the way too.
Not every senior wants a relaxing beach vacation. These exciting adventure vacations for seniors will have you ready to pack up and leave tomorrow!
Widows and widowers often look for companionship and something to help with their loneliness. Often they turn to a pet and usually a dog is the pet of choice. The best dogs for widows and widowers are small, easy to care for, and help fill the void of a missing spouse.
With some medical conditions, elderly people may need assistance eating. These plates for elderly people help re-establish independence by making it easier to eat – with less mess!
Women have special needs in walking canes. Because they are typically shorter than men, canes that height adjustable are important. Many women also prefer canes with a little style too. Here are the best walking canes for women.
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