The Lifeline Blog

Seniors who prefer to live at home overlook one big possible downside — the potential for a lack of meaningful social interaction. That’s why adult daycare is growing in popularity. According to a MetLife National Study of Adult Day Centers, in 2010 more than 4,600 centers in the United States provided services for more than Read more >>

Falls are a leading reason seniors call for emergency services. In 2011, emergency departments treated 2.4 million older adults for falls, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Although some falls may only result in minor injuries, more severe falls can cause head trauma, fractures, and other serious injuries. In fact, according to Read more >>

A home health aide can help your senior with a variety of tasks, like shopping, running errands, assisting with bathroom breaks, and preparing meals. Aides also provide companionship and help your loved ones stay in their homes for as long as possible. The benefits to you are just as great. Knowing your parent has someone Read more >>

Today, seniors are staying healthy and active — and living longer — than ever before. It’s no wonder that as many as 90 percent are hoping to remain independent and in their own homes, according to a report from the National Conference of State Legislatures and the AARP. The risk of illness or an accident such Read more >>

One of the biggest dangers and causes of injury for our seniors is slipping and falling. Brittle bones and weakened muscles make them very vulnerable. A great way to help prevent falls is proper footwear. There comes a time when we need supportive shoes. Our arches fall, our feet swell, and we may be less Read more >>

Due to the various types of wheelchairs available to seniors, choosing the right one can be challenging. A wheelchair can help you remain as independent as possible and allow you to get around easier. Manual versus Powered Wheelchair Most seniors opt for a traditional manual wheelchair. In fact, the UCSF Medical Center Disability Statistics Center Read more >>

Stress can be an inevitable result of taking care of an elderly loved one. The reality is that caregiver burnout can set in if you bypass your own needs, but fortunately, many ways exist to keep you emotionally and physically strong. One of the best steps for easing the stress of caregiving? Talk to other Read more >>

Older adults today are living longer and living more active lives than the generations before them. The Wall Street Journal’s MarketWatch notes that baby boomers are keenly interested in remaining stylish and fashionable, and this extends not only to clothing and accessories but to medical alert jewelry as well. Medical alert IDs and medical alert Read more >>

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If dealing with hoards of shoppers and negotiating parking spaces at the mall is not your idea of fun, you’ll want to check out three online shopping websites for seniors. Today, most online shopping websites offer the convenience of delivering packages in a few days with a nominal shipping fee (or sometimes even for free) Read more >>