Allie has worked in care facilities for the last 15 years providing mobility and health care to seniors of all skill levels. She is passionate about senior advocacy and is and loves to spend her free time in the outdoors.
Most of us take walking for granted until we get a little older. The simple task of putting one foot in front of the other suddenly becomes painful or difficult as we age. It has been proven to be very important for seniors to keep moving – and walking. Here’s why: 1. Walking Helps You…
Knee scooters are a safe – and fun – alternative to crutches. If you’ve suffered from a broken foot or leg or recently had surgery, these scooters allow you to rest your knee and still remain mobile. The only issue with a typical knee scooter is that some of them just aren’t made for outdoor…
Seniors need to stay active if they want to maintain their mobility. Even though you may be older your muscles can still be strengthened and may even be maintained with the proper exercise routine. Improving mobility is key to living a happy, healthy life. A few tips that will help improve a senior’s mobility include:…
Knee scooters are a great alternative to crutches. Easy to maneuver, these walkers are comfortable and help you stay active without affecting your recovery. If you have had knee surgery or suffered a broken foot or ankle then you should consider a walking knee scooter to help you get around. There are dozens of scooters…
If it seems like your partner is snoring louder than ever, you’re not imagining things. While snoring can start at any age, it occurs more often as we age, and it tends to get worse over time. Snoring may seem like nothing more than annoyance to your partner, but it can be a sign of…