Category: Articles and Guides
The Myths of Falling
As we age, falls may seem like an inevitable part of life. The truth is that falling is not a normal part of aging and can often be avoided! Simple steps such as enhancing our living environment and decluttering, along…
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How to talk to your aging parents about falls
As a caregiver to a parent who is getting older, it’s hard to know when to step in or how to bring up tricky but necessary conversations. Sensitive topics like aging-related changes and fall prevention can feel hard to navigate. Perhaps…
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The What & Where Of Fall Prevention
Fall Prevention Month is important because it highlights the dangers of a fall that can occur and share resources on how to prevent them in the future. In this article you will learn which rooms in the home are at…
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Aging In Place Design Tips with BuildAble’s Kyla Cullain
What is aging in place design? Aging in place design is any design process, modification, or outcome that helps someone continue to live independently (or semi-independently) in their home as they get older. As we age, our needs change. Proactively…
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Bathroom Safety: The 3 Things to Consider
What should I do to improve my bathroom safety? Bathroom safety is not a one-size-fits-all solution, and deciding between various approaches can be overwhelming. Answering these three questions will help you make the right choices: How urgent is your need?…
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Your Guide to Choosing Shower Grab Bars
Wet, soapy and slippery tiles and bathtubs… oh my! There are serious slip and falls risks whether you are 5 or 95 years old. No wonder the bathroom is one of the biggest sources of fall-related injuries in the home,…
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Don’t Treat Falls – Prevent Them with This Checklist
Fall Prevention Checklist Keeping older adults, their families and caregivers out of clinics, emergency rooms and hospitals is crucial. Over 3 million older people each year are treated in emergency departments for fall injuries. A fall can have a devastating…
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