by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Dec 30, 2014 | Aging, Family Living, Safety, Sentinel Articles
Do you have elderly loved ones who are still living independently in their own home? After spending time with them over the holidays, are you questioning their ability to do so safely? While some clues of changes in a senior’s level of functioning may be readily...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Sep 29, 2014 | Events, Family Living, Grandparent, Safety
June 15th was designated World Elder Abuse Awareness Day for 2014, and this column marked the event with two articles which explained the various types of elder abuse, the warning signs, how to report suspected abuse in Pennsylvania, and reasons why a majority of...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Jul 29, 2014 | Family Living, Safety, Sentinel Articles
Are you nearing retirement and thinking about purchasing a different home for your retirement years? Perhaps you’ve lived in “the family home” for a long time, and are wondering if any modifications or repairs should be made to accommodate potential mobility or...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Jul 7, 2014 | Health information, Safety, Sentinel Articles
I believe it is fairly common knowledge that extra precautions are required for everyone during the hot summer months, but precautions are especially important for folks age 65 and older, who are at a higher risk of heat-related illnesses than younger adults. As we...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Jun 30, 2014 | Health information, Safety, Sentinel Articles
Have you ever been involved in an auto accident? Even a minor “fender bender” can cause your anxiety level to rise and make it difficult to think clearly and answer questions from emergency responders. What happens if your injuries prevent you from being able to...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Jun 16, 2014 | Safety, Sentinel Articles
Last week we discussed the various types of elder abuse and some of the warning signs. Incidents of elder abuse are often under-reported for various reasons. Some victims of abuse may be unable to recognize or speak out about their abuse due to cognitive impairments...
