| Getting old is no fun! Even though the mind may still be | | | | Likewise, your town or city probably has a senior |
| sharp and young at heart, the body does not comply. | | | | citizen bus. For those who have a need for safe and |
| Daily activities take longer and are more difficult to | | | | accessible transportation, a driver will make sure his |
| accomplish; and, the aches and pains can make every | | | | her passengers get to a doctor appointment, therapy |
| day seem especially trying. But, for senior citizens, it is | | | | sessions, and even the grocery store. For a small fee, |
| still desirable to remain at home for as long as possible. | | | | even people in wheelchairs or with other ambulatory |
| Aging with Independence and grace is extremely | | | | aids can have safe transportation. |
| important. | | | | Bathroom Safety Aids |
| However, maintaining independence and aging in place | | | | For many seniors, the bathroom is the most dangerous |
| is often easier said than done. Family and friends are | | | | place in the house. A slip getting in and out of the |
| justifiably worried about a nasty fall or lack of proper | | | | shower or bath, and it can mean a trip to the hospital, |
| nutrition. Sometimes, it may seem like they are in a | | | | broken bones, and the end of aging with independence. |
| rush to deposit their loved ones in a retirement home. | | | | So, it is better to be safe than sorry. Handrails help |
| However, legitimate concern is the driving force. | | | | prevent a loss of balance during the bathing process: |
| So, to alleviate those concerns and continue aging with | | | | raised toilet seats make getting down and up a lot |
| independence for as long as possible, there are | | | | easier, and a shower chair or walk-in tub can greatly |
| several things seniors can do to stay healthy and safe. | | | | reduce the odds of a nasty fall. |
| With the proper programs and safety aids in place, the | | | | Bedroom Safety Aids |
| elderly do not have to give up their home quite so | | | | Bedroom safety aids can be as vital to independent |
| soon. For starters, you can experience independent | | | | living as bathroom aids. A lot of seniors fall in the |
| aging with help from: | | | | middle of the night, when they have to get up to go to |
| - Meals on Wheels | | | | the restroom. For some, a small bedrail helps to steady |
| - Senior Citizen Bus | | | | balance and provide safe transition from sitting to |
| - Bathroom Safety Aids | | | | standing. For some, a bedside commode is necessary, |
| - Bedroom Safety Aids | | | | especially if a wheelchair is needed and waking a |
| - Mobility Devices | | | | caregiver is not a preferred option. |
| It is extremely important to know your limitations, while | | | | Mobility Devices |
| retaining current abilities for as long as possible. | | | | Some seniors cannot experience aging with |
| Although just a short list, these are some of the | | | | independence, because they fell and got hurt before |
| considerations anyone who wants to age with | | | | accepting the help of mobility devices. With the proper |
| independence will have to consider. | | | | modifications, even the elder who now need a |
| Meals on Wheels | | | | wheelchair can continue to live at home. Sometimes, it |
| Since many communities have a large population of | | | | is only necessary to use a cane or a crutch to safely |
| senior citizens who prefer aging in place, many town | | | | age in place. You can find a plethora of devices to |
| have a program to deliver a balance meal every | | | | answer many disability needs and make independence |
| weekday to those that apply. In fact, seniors are not | | | | possible for a little longer. |
| the only beneficiaries of this program. Anyone who | | | | So, if you are a senior concerned with aging with |
| has a disability, that makes preparing a nutritious meal | | | | independence and grace, you now have a handful of |
| difficult, can apply. | | | | ideas to make life a little easier, and calm the concerns |
| Senior Citizen Bus | | | | of well-meaning friends and family. |