When Should Older Adults Stop Driving?
Driving your own car represents freedom, mobility and independence. Yet age-related changes, physical health conditions and medications can alter how older adults respond when they’re behind the wheel. These factors can lead to an accident, getting lost or disregarding traffic signals, which puts themselves and others at risk. If you’re concerned about yourself or a…
Understanding Age-Related Hearing Loss
Hearing loss often stems from loud noise exposure, age, genetics or a side effect of certain diseases. It’s estimated that as many as 50 percent of older adults have a degree of hearing loss and this rate increases with age. As hearing loss often occurs gradually, many older adults do not seek treatment until it’s…
Footwear for Seniors to Prevent Falls
Falls can have dangerous consequences for older adults. A fractured hip or broken arm can affect a senior’s quality of life and potentially be fatal. While fall-related injuries are often associated with uneven or slippery surfaces, footwear can also play a role. Shoes should be comfortable, provide traction and fit well to help reduce fall…
COVID-19 Vaccine: Answers to Your Questions
Get the Facts on the COVID-19 Vaccine We’re sharing this presentation from AMDA – The Society for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine, to help our residents, staff and their families make educated decisions. Click Below to Download Presentation For additional FAQs from The Society for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine, please click here.