by Gareth Williams | Dec 2, 2019 | Beginners Info, Safety
How does a raised toilet seat help ? Before I became a caregiver to my two parents I never really gave much thought to how difficult even the simplest activities, such as sitting down and getting up, can become as we get older. To help with mobility problems there...
by Gareth Williams | Dec 1, 2019 | Beginners Info, Personal Hygiene, Safety
How do you raise the height of a toilet seat ? After my mom had a full hip replacement 18 months ago, she like may other people recovering from surgery, or suffering from mobility issues had to find a way of raising her toilet seat to be able to sit comfortably and...
by Gareth Williams | Nov 30, 2019 | Beginners Info, Safety
How much does a raised toilet seat cost ? If you are looking after an elderly parent, or loved one, you undoubtedly have to look carefully before you buy new equipment, and if you aren’t familiar with all the different types it can all get a bit confusing....
by Gareth Williams | Nov 28, 2019 | Beginners Info, Personal Hygiene, Safety
What is the highest raised toilet seat ? With 46 examples In the summer of 2018 my mom had a hip replacement, and as her caregiver I had to procure all the required kit for her rehab. A raised toilet seat was one of the most important pieces of equipment we were going...
by Gareth Williams | Nov 26, 2019 | Beginners Info, Safety
100+ senior safety tips for Summer Just like winter, summer comes with a number of fresh challenges, and worries, with regard to our elderly parents. I have put together tips I have used for over 10 years caring for my parents, for helping you identify different areas...
by Gareth Williams | Nov 22, 2019 | Beginners Info, Safety
100+ Senior safety tips for Winter If you, like me, have a tendency to worry about how your elderly parents are doing, and about their safety, winter is probably when you worry the most. Here’s my list of – 100+ senior safety tips for winter what to...
by Gareth Williams | Nov 20, 2019 | Beginners Info, Safety
100+ Senior safety tips for Spring With spring comes a flurry of activity in the yards and homes around us, as we all enthusiastically set about the task of maintaining our gardens, houses and apartments. You, though, may not be too enthusiastic if you are worrying...
by Gareth Williams | Sep 28, 2019 | Beginners Info, Health Care
Will medicare pay for an adjustable bed ? One of the largest, and most costly items, that seniors may need to consider purchasing to maintain their independence in their home is an adjustable bed, so finding out how to pay for one is important. Does Medicare cover...
by Gareth Williams | Sep 27, 2019 | Beginners Info, Health Care
Does Medicare cover crutches ? As a caregiver for your loved one, like myself, or as the organizer of their care in the home, you’ll be sorting out all the equipment your loved one needs, and finding out how in the world they will pay for it all. Does Medicare...
by Gareth Williams | Sep 25, 2019 | Beginners Info, Health Care
What qualifies as Durable Medical Equipment ? If you’re a caregiver to an elderly parent, or loved one, you will, I’m sure, be constantly on the look out for different equipment and supplies that will make their life easier. To get your purchases covered...
