Simple upgrades, including brighter lighting and grab bars, can help seniors stay and make a home more appealing to buyers ...

1. Create a safer entryway. For older adults, steps to the front door can be an obstacle. A ramp or zero-step entry allows ...

The bathroom is one of the most expensive rooms to renovate, but with these simple, affordable upgrades, you can make your ...

Here’s some advice and resources on housing, wills, health care directives, driving and volunteer services. Deciding where to ...

Crews will once again be gathering at the Community Partnership on Aging annual Fire Department Chili Cook-Off to show off their cooking skills while raising funds for a local cause. Therese Grida, ...

Every year, 3 million seniors are treated in the emergency room for fall injuries. And, falling once doubles someone’s chances of falling again.

When you're young and choosing a home, you might focus on the neighborhood, the number of bedrooms, the size of the kitchen, ...

My 80-year-old father, who lives alone, has fallen several times over the past few months. Are there any tips or precautions you recommend that I can implement to help prevent this?– Concerned Son ...

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