Keeping senior citizens from falling is a major priority for their family members and caregivers. So far in our discussion of this topic (see Parts 1, 2 & 3) we’ve already considered the importance of getting rid of clutter, meeting with an organization specialist, and removing unused furniture and unsafe rugs. We’ve also talked about […]
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How to Lower Your Elderly Loved One’s Risk of Falling, Part 3
Many elderly people express a strong desire to stay in their homes rather than enter an assisted care facility or nursing home. If you have an aging loved one who has fallen or who is at a high risk of falling, there are many steps you can take to help lower their fall risk while […]
How to Lower Your Elderly Loved One’s Risk of Falling, Part 2
Falling is a devastating problem for elderly people all over the world. In our first article in this series, we looked at how common it is for seniors to become seriously injured and emotionally traumatized after suffering a fall. We mentioned how a consultation with an experienced home care provider could be a great first […]
How to Lower Your Elderly Loved One’s Risk of Falling, Part 1
There’s almost nothing that can send an attentive family member into more of a panic than hearing that an aging parent or grandparent has had a nasty fall. It’s no wonder. There are all kinds of examples of people who have fallen, suffered serious injuries, and ended up completely debilitated. Many are never the same […]
Helpful Phone Etiquette Guidelines for Your Child Care Center, Part 3
This article contains some more tips for making sure your child care center employees are ready to communicate in a clear, positive manner over the phone (see Parts 1 & 2). You want them to be ready and willing to provide your center’s families as well as inquirers with the type of excellent customer service […]
Helpful Phone Etiquette Guidelines for Your Child Care Center, Part 2
In our first article, we sought to establish the importance of training your child care center staff members in proper phone etiquette. Not only will good phone etiquette potentially attract new business, but it can also help your current families to be content with your level of customer service. This article, as well as the […]
Helpful Phone Etiquette Guidelines for Your Child Care Center, Part 1
Tip: Exceptional Phone Service Can Make Your Child Care Center Stand Out from the Crowd. Attracting families to your child care center can be a challenge, especially if your center is located in an area with numerous other options. When it comes to making a good impression on prospective families, it’s important to consider phone […]
Fireplace Doors & Screens – Kelloggs & Lawrence Hardware
Practically nothing is as comforting on a cold day as warming up by the fireplace. If you already own a fireplace or you’re thinking about installing one, don’t forget to include a fireplace door or screen. These protective barriers offer plenty of advantages for savvy homeowners. They not only look great, but they can also […]
Short Term Community Volunteering in Masaya, Nicaragua
Masaya, Nicaragua is one of the locations which Bridges to Community seeks to assist in the areas of agriculture, education, healthcare, and housing. Though it’s the nation’s smallest department in land area, it boasts the greatest population density. Roughly an hour away from the busy capital city of Managua, the region is renowned for its […]
Dementia-related Signs that Your Loved One May Need Specialized Care
Dementia symptoms can be subtle and difficult to recognize at first. Though most people are familiar with some of the more common symptoms of dementia, such as memory loss and confusion, there are many additional dementia-related markers which friends and family may inadvertently fail to pick up on during day-to-day interactions. If you notice that […]