Category Archives: safety tips

Relief from Summer Heat – June 24-30 is Missouri Summer Weather Safety Week

Posted on June 24, 2012 by St. Andrews

  ST. LOUIS, MO – There were 47 heat-related deaths in Missouri last year, according to the Department of Health and Senior Services, many involving our older adults who are especially vulnerable to the heat. There are public cooling centers … Continue reading →

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Is Mom’s Home Safe?

Posted on September 19, 2011 by St. Andrews

Household accidents for older adults can be serious and may result in lasting pain, hospitalization or even nursing home care.  Having a home safety evaluation conducted is a simple way to minimize risk and maximize peace of mind.  A home … Continue reading →

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So what are Shingles?

Posted on August 11, 2011 by St. Andrews

My mother lived to the age of 97 and had a fairly good life—not easy—but good.  However, there was a period she suffered greatly for many weeks for something at that time I knew little about—shingles. 

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How to prevent falls

Posted on August 10, 2011 by St. Andrews

In speaking with our many older adults, I hear all the time, “I do not want to go to the hospital or nursing home.”

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