Category: Lifestyle
How can technology help seniors aging in place?
Written by Stannah on 5:44 am
According to the Population Reference Bureau, there are 46 million people over the age of 65, and 20 million over the age of 75 in the US. Considering this number is going to increase in the next 20 to 30 years, age-friendly technologies and devices to help improve the experience of aging at home are […]
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Book review: Allan Karlsson, 100 years old and still looking for adventure!
Written by Stannah on 5:51 am
Although The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared by Jonas Jonasson came out a few years ago, it really is worth a mention, as its wacky humor and unexpected plot changes make it a really good read (as long as you accept that in Allan Karlsson’s world, anything can happen). Published in […]
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Aging in Place: How to Help Aging Parents with their Financial Management
Written by Stannah on 4:48 am
Family finances have the potential to cause a lot of problems. In this article, Stannah hopes to help tackle the issue of family finances, before any issues arise, by being proactive and getting everything sorted out as early as possible. Some articles say you should have this conversation with your parents as soon as they […]
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Live Safer at Home: Tips for Preventing Falls
Written by Stannah on 5:07 am
When it comes to aging, our thinking is often reactionary. Much of the narrative is set around what to do if “X, Y and Z” happens. So often, we look for answers after the problem has occurred and there is no other choice but to act. Instead of waiting for something to go wrong, let’s […]
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Grandparents Day: Interesting facts and suggestions for the perfect gift
Written by Stannah on 8:34 am
On September 10th (the first Sunday after Labor Day), Stannah celebrates National Grandparents Day. This year, we’ve decided to make sure this special day won’t be forgotten. For those fortunate enough to still have their grandparents, we know how important it is to know how they are, what worries them, hear their stories and, above […]
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The Growing Trend of Dementia Friendly Communities
Written by Stannah on 7:19 am
Despite our increased capacity for connection, many individuals suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or memory loss still struggle with isolation, loneliness and a general sense of societal neglect. For these individuals, and the families who support them, social connections can be difficult to make and a simple task can quickly become a stressful challenge. Fortunately, […]
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Unique 4th of July Activities for Seniors
Written by Stannah on 1:31 pm
Summer is in full swing, and the 4th of July is a fantastic time to relax and reconnect with family and friends. From lively fireworks to laid-back barbeques there are a variety of entertaining ways seniors can get involved in the holiday festivities. Stannah Stairlifts offers fun and unique 4th of July activities for seniors […]
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6 Tips for Travelling Safely as a Senior
Written by Stannah on 9:12 am
One of the many benefits of growing older is capitalizing on a lifetime of hard work to experience new places and cultures, especially as summer draws near. However, although the elderly don’t need to stop travelling, they do need to vacation smarter. We’ve gathered information from Independent Traveler, Boomer Travel Patrol and Senior Travel Expert […]
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