Elder Proof Home

05/06/2013

The following was a nice article about caregivers I thought might be interesting. Sometimes caregivers aren't given the recognition they deserves.

What Inspires Me: Caregivers

On the management side of the healthcare industry we work for everyone involved in the caregiving process, and we see the full spectrum of talents and effort it takes to produce best-possible outcomes for patients, employees, providers and communities.

The dedication that these people summon every day to face down sickness and injury is a tremendous inspiration to me. I work with practices and groups to bring high-quality, patient-centered care to their communities, but very rarely do I come across organizations that are hampered by a lack of motivation or passion. Their dedication is like a fuel for me as a manager and consultant. Most caregivers work in the very places they live in - literally making their communities better, one person at a time.

The chance to work alongside these very talented and driven healthcare professionals will always inspire me because they give seemingly at every opportunity. Giving time, giving efforts, giving comfort. There are few industries with as much need, or as much capacity for human kindness, and the people that drive that every day inspire me to push forward to build a stronger healthcare system for the future.

Mary Pat Whaley is a consultant, writer and educator at Manage My Practice.

04/09/2013

http://www.thirdage.com/hobbies-projects/how-art-benefits-your-brain

Have you had the urge to follow your artistic instinct? Read more at www.thirdage.com.

04/09/2013

Everything you need to make a home safe and keep independence an option.

02/23/2013

The majority of falls happen in the bathroom. Those 65 and above should have a shower chair to eliminate the possibility of falling. Additionally they should look at chairs that go over the tub. Lastly, towel rack were not meant to held for support. Consider grab bars.

02/17/2013

By Matilda Charles King Features | 0 comments

This season’s flu just isn’t going away. It’s getting worse. And according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, those requiring the most hospitalizations from the flu are seniors age 65 and older. The most common underlying medical conditions include cardiovascular disease, obesity, lung disease and metabolic disorders.

Right on the heels of this bad news, however, a national network of caregivers has published a list of suggestions for avoiding the flu. If anyone knows about the flu, it’s the Visiting Angels (www.visitingangels.com)! They’ve created a “Fight the Flu Kit,” and their list makes sense:
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Paper towels: Use these in the bathroom or at the kitchen sink instead of hand towels, which can harbor germs.

A forehead thermometer: No need to put anything in your mouth. Ask your pharmacist for brand recommendations.

Hand sanitizers with aloe: sanitize hands without drying skin

Pens: Carry your own in public when you have to sign something. Don’t touch something used by hundreds of others.

Disinfectant spray: Use at home on doork***s, handles and light switches (spray on a paper towel first). Visiting Angels recommends doing this once a week. I vote for once a day. The virus can live up to 48 hours on plastic and stainless steel.

Hand soap: not necessarily antibacterial.

Hand sanitizer wipes: Use on everything you touch out in public, like shopping-cart handles and seats, door k***s, sinks, telephones and library books. If you can’t sanitize it, wash your hands as soon as you can. (I hate to say it, but this might be the time to avoid libraries.)

With a little luck and a lot of common sense, we can get through this season without getting the flu!

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01/27/2013

Having a conversation on safety with your elder loved ones can sometimes be difficult. When the time comes, be upfront and honest. If they are resisting change you may have to have the conversation multiple times. Once they are in agreement, decide on the best solutions for their current lifestyle and situation.

01/18/2013

EPH Thoughts: To make a home Elder Proof remove throw rugs to avoid tripping or slipping.

01/06/2013

Q. I want to start making my mother's home safe. Where should I begin?

A. Begin where she spends the most time- her bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and family room. Preventing falls is your top priority, so install grab bars and rails in these rooms, and remove potential obstacles such as throw rugs, ottomans, and coffee tables.

12/12/2012

EPH: Living Well - Over the last 8 months we have had an opportunity to work with the visually impaired community. Pun intended...It's been eye opening. The courage to see life without sight and still enjoy it, makes some other issues shrink in comparison. Embrace life...

11/15/2012

Assistive mobility devices––including wheelchairs, scooters, canes, crutches, and walkers––are effective ways to alleviate the impact of mobility limitations for many people, permitting more efficient ambulation over long and short distances, increased independence and the promise of full participation in community life.

Source:

http://www.ap.buffalo.edu/ideaproto/space%20workshop/Papers/Mitchell%20LaPlante/Demographics%20of%20Wheeled%20Mobility%20-%20Mitchell%20P%20LaPlante.htm

Assistive mobility devices––including wheelchairs, scooters, canes, crutches, and walkers––are effective ways to alleviate the impact of mobility limitations for many people, permitting more efficient ambulation over long and short distances, increased independence and the promise of full participat...

09/11/2012

Over the last several months ElderProofHome.Com has been working hard on our search engine optimization to reach more people in need of our services and products. We are making headway and would like to welcome all the new customers who have done business with us in the last few months. Thank you. Also thank you to all the new "likes" lately. We appreciate your interest. Please tell a friend about us.

05/13/2012

Elder Proof Home has been receiving tremendous support from our customers in spreading the word about our company. If you appreciate a site that helps seniors and those who are disabled or in need of home medical devices...Please have your friends like our page. We appreciate your support.