10 Great Gift Ideas for Grandparents Under $50

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Buying a gift for that special grandmother or grandfather can be challenging, so we’re here to help with this hand-picked list of 10 great gift ideas for grandparents.  Each item here was chosen because it’s a little bit unusual, but also very practical, so it will appeal to those sensible seniors that can be difficult to shop for.   And we … [Read more...]

How to Choose the Best Scale for Your Bathroom

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Despite the many models of bathroom scales available today, choosing the best scale for your bathroom should not be difficult if you know which features to look for.  Whether your goal is to lose excess weight or maintain your current weight, you’ll want the best scale at the right price.  Here’s an overview of popular bathroom scale features … [Read more...]

TV Ears Lets You Turn Up the Volume Without Disturbing Others

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For people who have hearing loss, or live with someone who is hard of hearing, a TV Ears amplifier headset makes TV viewing enjoyable for everyone. Having had two relatives with hearing problems who liked to blast the TV so they could hear their programs, I know firsthand how disturbing that can be for the rest of the household. And that's … [Read more...]

No More Missed Doorbells or Phone Calls Thanks to Visual Alert System

For my friend Julie’s 70-year-old mother, a visual alert system has made it possible for her to continue living in her own home so she didn’t have to be uprooted and moved to an assisted living facility. Recently widowed, Julie’s mother is in good health except for some hearing loss. Unfortunately, the impairment affects her ability to hear … [Read more...]

Summer Safety Tips for Seniors

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Older adults and seniors are especially vulnerable to the summer’s heat and humidity due to physical changes that come with aging, such as the body’s inability to regulate temperature efficiently and a reduced sensitivity to heat and thirst.   When there is a heat wave, doctors suggest that seniors: - Stay inside and avoid the sun - … [Read more...]