Recent Blog Posts
New Year, New Lift Chair!
January 7, 2022
Categories: Lift Chair
As we head into the new year, it is time to start making new year’s resolutions, whether that be to better your health or to make sure that your loved ones are better-taken care of. If you want to make sure that your aging loved ones are safe in their homes as they age, maybe it is time to get them a lift chair. Wondering if a lift chair is right for either your loved one or yourself? Continue reading to find out.
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Stay Safe This Winter with These 5 Tips
December 18, 2021
Categories: Winter
With the winter months approaching, it is time to start to think about the different ways in which we can all stay safe. Winter is notorious for increasing falls and accidents as the roads and sidewalks become snow and ice-covered. If you are interested in learning some ways in which you can stay safe this winter, continue reading
Heat Your Home Safely
It is no doubt that the winter months get cold, but if you plan to use a wood stove, fireplace or...
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Holiday Gift Ideas for Your Elderly Loved Ones
December 4, 2021
Categories: Holiday
With the holidays approaching, it's time to start to think about gifts to give your loved ones. Your children, niece and nephews might all be easy to shop for but sometimes our elderly loved ones are more challenging. You typically cannot give them the latest toys or trinkets that younger children want. So, if you are wanting some holiday gift ideas that you can give this season, then continue reading.
Puzzles
Puzzles are an effective way to...
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Why You Should Get a Lift Chair for Your Elderly Loved One
November 19, 2021
Categories: Golden Technologies, Holiday, Lift Chair
As someone ages, their mobility will slowly start to decrease and simple tasks like getting out of a chair become difficult. This can easily be solved by investing in a lift chair. There are many benefits that a lift chair can provide for not only those who are losing their mobility but also those who are taking care of them. Continue reading to find out a few reasons why a lift chair is a good option!
Creates Independence
Many elderly people want to continue to...
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5 Ways to Make Your Home Safe for the Holidays
November 5, 2021
Categories: Safety
With the holidays approaching, it’s important to keep your home a safe place. During this time, there is more theft and house fires, so knowing how to prevent these will ensure that you and your family will be safe. If you are interested in learning more about how you can keep your home safe during the holiday season, keep reading.
Keep Travel Plans Offline
If you are traveling for the holiday season, it is important to keep it off your...
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The Importance of Maintaining Your Power Mobility Equipment
October 22, 2021
Categories: Merrick Surgical, Mobility, Scooters, Wheelchairs
If you own power mobility equipment like a power wheelchair or a scooter, the last thing you want is to constantly pay for repairs or for a whole new mobility aid. That’s why it’s so important to take steps in order to maintain the quality of your power mobility equipment. Here are some steps you can take to make sure your equipment works properly and lasts longer.
1. Get Familiar with Your Equipment
Before jumping into details, the first...
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How Many Hours of Sleep Should You Get a Night?
October 8, 2021
Categories: Flex-A-Bed, Sleep
Sleep is what restores your body and powers your mind, yet many of us don’t get near as much as we should. If you’re not quite hitting the mark with the average hours you sleep per night, now’s a good time to adjust your sleep schedule and nighttime routine so you can make getting the right amount of sleep a priority.
Sleep for Kids
The amount of sleep kids need changes drastically in just a few years. Keeping...
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5 Ways to Fall Asleep Quickly
September 24, 2021
Categories: Flex-A-Bed, Sleep
Falling asleep is something that may come as a challenge to many. Many people will lay awake in their beds at night not being able to fall asleep for a long time whether it be because they do not feel tired, their mind is racing, etc. Below are five ways in which you can fall asleep quickly.
4-7-8 Breathing Technique
The 4-7-8 breathing method is a simple yet powerful technique that allows you to calm your mind and to help you fall asleep quickly. The...
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8 Hobbies to Pick Up When You Have Limited Mobility
September 10, 2021
Categories: Age, Healthy, Mobility, Stay Active
Having limited mobility doesn’t mean you have to sit at home and give up everything that you once did. There are activities and hobbies you can pick up to keep you occupied and pass time. Below are eight hobbies you can do as they do not require having a lot of mobility.
Puzzles and Games
If you do not have the best mobility, puzzles and games are a great activity or hobby you can do. Playing games or doing...
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10 Proven Tips to Help You Sleep Better
August 27, 2021
Categories: Flex-A-Bed, Healthy, Sleep
Getting good quality sleep is important because it allows you to be as productive as possible during the day and prevents you from spending the daydreaming about counting sheep. There are many things that can actually hinder you from getting the best sleep that you can. Continue reading to find out the 10 proven tips that you can use to help you sleep better at night.
1. Stick to a Regular Sleep...
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