Senior citizens living alone in Pennsylvania face many challenges that younger people may not even think about. For most of us, our home is the safest space in our lives – but for the elderly, the home can be a hot spot of risks for slips, falls, and other dangers. If your loved one lives alone, be sure to watch out for the most common causes of injury for the elderly, which include:
According to the National Association of Homebuilders, baby boomers make up 28 percent of the United States’ population. The baby boomer group includes anyone who was born between the years of 1946 and 1964. With aging, comes difficulty.
People take everyday things for granted. Being able to walk up and down stairs, drive to their job kick around a soccer ball in the backyard and even take a shower are just a few examples of activities that can be a hardship for the elderly and those with disabilities.
In one sense, the prospect of aging seems less daunting as we get older. Instead, we appreciate every day as a gift for us to enjoy and make the most of. However, the natural consequences that aging has on the body can prevent us from taking full advantage of that gift without some help.
Having to witness a loved one age can be an incredibly difficult process. It’s crucial that their increasingly limited physical ability is accepted and accounted for and, as a result, the appropriate accommodations are put into place to assure a better quality of life. Early on, young people are provided with the safety and protection of their parents or guardians; but later on, it’s their responsibility to safeguard those that had once been the protectors.
Lower participation in worship by persons with disabilities is rarely caused by a lack of interest, but rather by barriers to participation that exist in architecture, communication or attitude. (Rife, Janet Miller, and Ginny Thornburgh. A Community Action Guide to…
While Mobility123 specializes in equipping homes with a variety of independent living solutions, such as elevators, stairlifts, and wheelchair lifts, we also readily recognize that there are many low-tech, easily-accessible remedies to potentially dangerous home conditions that can cause injuries resulting from slips and falls in icy or otherwise unsafe areas. We urge homeowners of all ages and abilities to take these simple steps to slip-proof and accident-proof their homes during the coming winter season, as an additional safeguard taken alongside our mobility solutions.
Below are some answers to common questions about raising your home and Base Flood Elevation (BFE) guidelines.
This is by no means an exhaustive exposition on the subject. It is intended to be a starting point for those looking to hire a professional to work on their home.
Here at Mobility123, your safety and comfort are our highest priorities. We know we are not the most inexpensive company out there, but we’re fine with that. In order to win your business and minimize cost, other companies potentially cut corners and violate state and local construction codes. This can lead to improper installations, equipment malfunctions, and possibly operator injury.
