The entryway is more than just a place to hang your hat. It is the transition point between the unpredictable outdoors and the safety of your home. For many seniors and those with mobility challenges, this small square footage is actually one of the most high-risk...
Experiencing a fall can be a jarring and frightening event, regardless of whether it leads to a serious injury. For many seniors and their families, the moments immediately following a fall are filled with confusion and anxiety. However, recovery is a journey that...
Stairs are often the most utilized part of a multi-level home, yet they are also the area where the highest risk of serious injury exists. For many of us, navigating the stairs is a subconscious habit: something we do dozens of times a day without a second thought....
Most of us view our homes as our ultimate sanctuary: the one place where we feel completely safe and in control. But as we age, or as we care for aging loved ones, the environment that once felt second nature can quietly become a series of obstacles. Fall prevention...
For many people, the home is a sanctuary: a place of memories and comfort. As we look toward the future, the goal for most is to stay in that home for as long as possible. This concept, known as "aging in place," is a wonderful way to maintain independence...
If you’ve recently started using a walker or you’re helping a loved one get used to one, you already know that it’s a big change. It’s a tool for independence, but like any tool, there is a right way and a wrong way to use it. I’m Brian Kerr, the founder of Fall Guys...
