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	Podcast:		RadioMD (All Shows)
	Episode:		Safely Aging in Place
	Category:		Health
	Duration:		00:00:00
	Publish Date:		2019-01-08 01:00:00
	Description:		Seniors want the independence of aging in their own homes. What steps can be taken to ensure their safety?Aging in place is a way for seniors to live in a familiar environment while growing older. While it’s an ideal option, it can be very stressful for the loved ones of these seniors. Striking a balance between their independence and familial confidence in senior safety is the trick. Reasonable Risks Assess the dwelling for safety. Change handles and add grab bars as needed. Eliminate tripping hazards. Ensure frailer individuals have protection when falling. Walkers help but are a bit unbalanced. Clothing should be protective, especially where damage is likely. Adequate escalation. It isn’t always necessary to escalate immediately to emergency services. Behavior monitoring devices can track when a senior doesn’t move through the home predictably. This can help detect a fall. Listen as Philip Regenie joins Melanie Cole, MS, to discuss new technology to aid those aging in place.
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