Fall Prevention for Older Adults

According to a 2021 CDC study, falls caused over 38,000 deaths among older adults.  Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries and can lead to long-term disabilities and hospitalizations.  While the risk of falling rises with age, many falls...

Helping Older Adults Prepare for Emergency Situations

It’s officially hurricane season…are you prepared?  Preparation for a major weather event (or any type of emergency) can look different for each family.  For example, preparations in a household with babies or young children will likely look very different...