With winter just around the corner, now is a good time to tackle preventative maintenance chores while there’s still plenty of daylight and comfortable fall temperatures. Preparing your home for winter will help protect your house, avoid emergency repairs later on, and keep your family… Read More
My friend Eileen’s 90-year-old mother was recently widowed, but nevertheless insisted on staying put in her home despite her children’s concerns for her safety and security.  Although their mother is healthy and independent and still drives herself around town, Eileen and her brother noticed many… Read More
You may have heard that carbon monoxide poisoning is considered “the silent killer,†but do you know what carbon monoxide (CO) gas is, or how to recognize the signs of carbon monoxide poisoning? According to the CDC, more than 400 Americans die from unintentional carbon… Read More
Loss of heat, power outages, isolation, hypothermia and dehydration are serious concerns for seniors during the winter, so we’ve put together some practical home safety tips to help them prepare for the long, cold months ahead. “Fuel up†Have the furnace checked by a… Read More
