Our smart phones may be small, but they are computers with many of the same capabilities as full-size…
National Heat Awareness Day
Today is National Heat Awareness Day. According to the Center for Disease Control, thousands of people become sick…
Preparing Our Cars for the Winter
As we experience fewer warm days and move into late fall, most of us start to make preparations…
Staying Warm & Safe
As temperatures start to drop in the evenings, I will likely start using a space heater while I…
Hurricane Season 2024
Hurricane season officially began on June 1, however August 1 is considered the first day of the peak…
Extreme Heat Safety
Even in short exposure periods, severe temperatures such as these can be extremely hazardous and at times fatal.…
Stay Safe! Your Guide to Wearing Personal Protective Equipment
The Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs has funded translations of the Stay Safe! Your Guide to Wearing…
Fear of Falling & Preventing Falls
The fear of falling as we age is a very real concern. Most of us can tell a…
What is Elder Abuse?
Concerned about an elder in your life? Contact the Elder Abuse Hotline at 1-800-922-2275. Did you know that…
Weather Related Health Problems and Injuries
As I write this article, the forecast high temperatures for the next few days are in the thirties…