Stander Caregiving and Home Safety Blog

With aging comes a wonderful selection of life experiences and opportunities, but it can also bring physical challenges. Many family caregivers struggle to help support the safety and independence of their elderly loved ones, especially when aiding in mobility-related needs. Without proper planning and preventative measures, even small changes can have highly damaging consequences and put your elderly relative at risk of serious injury due to falls. Fortunately, there are strategies you can implement today that will make tomorrow’s tasks easier on you both!

For individuals with disabilities, physical mobility can be an important factor in determining their quality of life. Mobility also has wide implications for social interaction and economic opportunities. Fortunately, assistive technology such as Stander’s has drastically improved the lives of people with limited mobility by allowing them freedom to go where they want when they want—and more importantly for many-how they want!

As we age, it’s important to stay active and engaged in order to maintain our physical and mental health. Regular exercise for older adults can not only improve overall fitness levels, but also reduce the risk of disability or chronic conditions, as well as enhance quality of life. Participating in regular physical activity has been shown to have a positive effect on both physical and mental wellbeing for seniors.

Isolation can lead to depression, cognitive decline, and even death. But there are ways to avoid isolation in seniors by utilizing technology. Technology may not be the perfect solution for everyone, but it can be a great tool for avoiding Isolation in seniors. With a little guidance, seniors can use technology to stay connected with the people and things they love, all while avoiding the negative consequences of isolation.

We all know the necessity of providing elderly family members and friends with a safe, comforting, and dignified bathroom experience. As time goes on, our seniors may no longer be able to maintain their independence or hold onto privacy – especially in the bathroom! Homeowners often struggle to keep up with the changing needs of their homes as they get older, but modern home design has begun to recognize this challenge. Join us as we explore ways we can help our elderly find solutions that will take care of safety concerns while still allowing them to feel comfortable in their own space. 

If you are a professional care partner or a family caregiver, then you know that having the right mobility aid can make all the difference when it comes to providing quality care. That’s why we’re so excited about the new EZ Fold-N-Go Rollator HD—it has all the features and benefits of traditional rollators but with added convenience and portability. Let’s take a look at what makes this innovative product such a game changer.

Each year, over 30 million adults experience a fall resulting in over 30,000 deaths. What does that mean? Adults over the age of 65 have a one in four chance of falling within the next year. Falls can lead to serious injuries, such as head trauma and hip fractures, leading to growing hospital bills and other medical expenses. Every aging adult is vulnerable to falls, and the cost associated with them is shockingly high! When broken down, it is easy to see that preventing fall injuries is far most cost effective than dealing with them after the fact. Simply put, you cannot afford NOT to take preventative actions against falls.