Covid-19 has exemplified the challenges of communal living for seniors. Although there are numerous psychological and physical benefits of senior living, a vulnerable population living in close proximity to one another, can be a tinder box for airborne disease transmission. Senior communities will be adjusting policies to reduce this risk in the future, but how…
A colleague here in the Boise area has started up a Reading Buddy program, called Caring Voices, to help our loved seniors remain connected to others while physically distancing themselves from possible harm Regular social contact is important for seniors and can be a lifeline of support for those living alone. Caring Voices is a…
Continuing with the room-by-room safety discussion, kitchens are considered the second most dangerous room in the house for seniors. As a nurse, my concerns include the environment, food, appliances, equipment and proximity of everyday items. Things to consider include floors, reflectiveness of surfaces, presences of curtains, and the presence of C02 monitors and fire-extinguishers. Decluttering…
