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Easily Accessible Vacation Spots for Seniors

ByAmeriGlideApril 30, 2025

Vacationing with accessibility in mind can be especially impactful for seniors, many of whom face depression brought on by isolation, limited mobility, or loss of routine. Depression in older adults often stems from feeling disconnected or restricted—but travel, when made

ByAmeriGlideFebruary 27, 2025

Caregiving is a vital and selfless act that provides essential support to individuals who may be aging, ill, or living with disabilities. Whether offered by family members, friends, or professional caregivers, this role a sense of security for those in need. Caregivers help

ByAmeriGlideNovember 18, 2024

Certain health conditions can produce symptoms that closely resemble dementia, leading to misdiagnosis or unnecessary worry. Understanding these potential look-alike health conditions is essential because misdiagnosis and delayed proper treatment can occur. Below are 7

ByAmeriGlideJune 4, 2024

In a 2019 study about 46% of adults over the age of 65 experience some sort of back pain. One main reason for back pain is that naturally, our bodies will lose fluid in our discs, making our muscles and joints feel stiffer which in turn creates the pain we feel in our backs.

ByAmeriGlideApril 18, 2024

Its been proven that physical movement and exercise has loads of benefits, especially for older adults. Regular physical activity has shown to improve mental and physical health, both of which will help you maintain your independence for as long as possible as you age. It

ByAmeriGlideMarch 19, 2024

Our visits to the doctor can be, at times, frequent — depending on how many physicians we see — but overall, short. Knowing what questions to ask will help guide you to understanding your health and your doctor better. Below are a list of 10 questions that you may want to

ByAmeriGlideFebruary 12, 2024

Not everyone lives near, let alone in the same state, as their parents. So being able to pop over for an emergency or make frequent trips to see them is not always an option. Not being able to visit your parents on a regular basis can leave you with not enough time to really

ByAmeriGlideJanuary 19, 2024

Conditions such as arthritis, joint pain, certain medical conditions, stroke and the process of natural aging can lead to losing mobility. This can make doing daily tasks that we’re used to doing and leisure activities difficult. But, that shouldn’t discourage you to find

ByAmeriGlideNovember 22, 2023

Thanksgiving, for some, is the time for friends and family to get together. Sometimes mobility and physical limitations get in the way and makes things more challenging for the older loved ones in your life when celebrating holidays. But, limitations should not stop you from

ByAmeriGlideSeptember 15, 2023

September is recognized as Fall Prevention Month, a month dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of preventing falls, particularly among older adults. Falls are a significant concern for seniors, often leading to serious injuries and a decline in quality of

ByAmeriGlideAugust 14, 2023

The heat isn’t something to take lightly, especially if you’re an older adult. Older adults are more prone to getting sick from extreme heat because as we age, our bodies cannot handle the heat like it used to. Also, naturally, older adults are more common to have chronic

Mobility Matters

Obtaining Financing and Reimbursement for Walk In Bathtubs

ByAmeriGlideApril 6, 2023

A walk in bathtub can make bathing safer and easier for the elderly who have to deal with physical conditions that make getting in and out of standard bathtubs difficult. Instead of having to lower your bodyweight into a supine position as with traditional tubs, walk in

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Easily Accessible Vacation Spots for Seniors

Most Commonly Asked Questions About Caregiving

7 Health Conditions That Can Be Mistaken for Dementia

10 Causes of Back Pain You May Not Know About

How Exercising Benefits Seniors

10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor

Long Distance Caregivers: How to Maximize Your Home Visits with Elderly Parents

Activities for Seniors with Limited Mobility

6 Senior-Friendly Thanksgiving Activities

Happy Fall Prevention Month

Stay Safe in the Heat

Obtaining Financing and Reimbursement for Walk In Bathtubs

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