As we age, being able to participate in daily activities and social events can become more and more difficult. As human beings, most of us will experience deterioration in our physical and mental health, we will have mobility limitations, and a lack in communication can cause friendships to dwindle, forcing elderly people into isolation. It is only natural that such isolation can cause decreased self-esteem, depression, and serious health issues.

That is why elderly care...

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Before starting Gilbert Guide, I was unaware of the issues that come with finding an in-home caregiver. As it turns out, I wasn't alone. A lot of people think that you just open the phonebook, pick up the phone, say what you want, and the senior homecare provider just shows up. If you're unhappy, the company replaces the person. That scenario doesn't necessarily work all the time. Figuring out who is actually on the other end of that phone is trickier than most people think. And what...

Old age and infirmity doesn't mean that you have to stay confined to your room. Do you have minor mobility problems which prevent you from walking long distances or climbing slopes? These problems are quite common in old age, but you must not let them stop you from enjoying life. If you want to be as active as possible, you may want to give mobility scooters a try.

But First Exactly What is a Mobility Scooter?

A mobility scooter is very much like an electric wheelchair,...

Falling is no problem when we are young but it becomes a serious issue as we age.  There are three (3) systems that need to be functioning in order to reduce serious falls.  This article is to make you aware of them so you can monitor yourself and your loved ones to prevent serious injury.

Every day we hear about an elderly person falling and hurting themselves badly and sometimes the falls may cause critical injuries; most of these injuries could have been...

Most elderly people want to keep their independence as long as they can. They also need companionship and the attention of people they love and care about.

And it is also very good for people who are older to feel useful.

One large paper company in the US followed their employees after they retired to see how they did.

The retirees who had plans about how they were going to occupy themselves after retirement did very well. They had hobbies, or volunteer work or even...

The professional in-home care industry has never played a more important role in American society than it does today. As the country’s aging baby boomers reach retirement age, families around the country are faced with making critical decisions on how to provide care for their aging loved ones.  The choices are clear:  either provide for aging parents themselves, or hire an agency to help alleviate the burden. For those who decide to provide care themselves, there are...

The topic of baby boomer health is popular these days as more and more people from this age group are becoming senior citizens and approaching retirement age.  This age group is well known for being in denial about aging and financial planning,

However, reality has begun to show it's face.  Thus, there are many issues that directly affect the baby boomer generation that need to be considered, especially with today's economy being the way it is.

According...

Beginning September 3rd, a support group for family caregivers will be held the first Wednesday of every month from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Comfort Keepers.  Comfort Keepers is located at 37 Industrial Park Road in Plymouth.  Rochelle Sugarman, Caregiver Specialist for the Family Caregiver Support Program at OCES, will co-facilitate the group.

Another caregiver support group will meet the second Wednesday of every month, beginning September 10th, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.,...

Residential elevators customized to fit your unique needs are the right solution for your new or existing homes. Home elevators with unique design capabilities are becoming immensely popular as these add value to your home and enhance your lifestyle.

Safe, Stylish Transportation from Floor-to-Floor

Designed for safety, convenience and comfort, home elevators are the perfect solution for home accessibility and help you transport groceries, laundry, furniture and...