Therapeutic recreation engages individuals with recreational-type activities to enhance physical, mental, or developmental wellbeing. Parks and outdoor spaces are a great tool to utilize for therapeutic recreation plus, there is the added benefit of getting out in nature, enjoying the…
Buying quality mobility aids and equipment is an investment but is it a prudent one? The answer is a resounding ‘yes’, and these devices can often be life-changing. A stairlift, for instance, promises returns on your investment that extend far…
Think that mobility aids must be lackluster? Think again there are many tips and tricks to beautify, distinguish, and enhance the utility of the mobility aids that you use, including wheelchairs. In fact, July is National Wheelchair Beautification Month, so…
Enjoy your Independence Day, but make sure to do so with safety in mind. There are hazards during this time of year that can present danger to seniors or those with physical limitations, particularly. Consider some practical reminders to keep…
Spending time in the great outdoors may prove challenging for individuals with mobility issues or physical limitations. Accessibility may be impeded out in nature which makes mobility aids and equipment viable and safe ways to enjoy it. Consider the many…
Dignity and autonomy are closely connected to an individual’s quality of life. There are ways to contribute to the self-respect of a senior while allowing them the freedom to age in place. Consider the following suggestions to maintain dignity and…
Cancer survivors may find they have mobility issues that endure beyond remission. Cancer and treatments can cause various issues pertaining to pain, gait, and balance that may last, causing long-term physical limitations. Mobility aids and devices can help, restoring mobility…
Stairs can present a hazardous and frightening issue for individuals living with dementia. What may have once seemed instinctual, ascending and descending steps, can be worrisome and dangerous. What can you do? Try to understand stairs from the perspective of…
Arthritis comes in many forms, and it is estimated that nearly 60 million Americans live with this condition. Stairlifts can help alleviate some of the stress and strain on joints, like knees, and reduce the risk of a nasty fall.…
When it comes to Fibromyalgia, the symptoms can wax, wane, and be quite unpredictable. Severe fatigue, nerve pain, and mood disorder are common among those that suffer from this chronic condition. Fibromyalgia can reduce your quality of life; here are…