Watch Those Thresholds!
Floor thresholds between rooms should be as low as possible and slope at the edges to prevent tripping.
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CatchU Team
Jun 6, 20231 min
A DEBT YOU DON'T WANT TO PAY... The importance of sleep hygiene
Sleep disorders (including insomnia) occur commonly in older adults. Sleep quality can be affected by these factors as well as comorbid...
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CatchU Team
Sep 26, 20221 min
Proper Footwear Can Reduce Fall Risk
The type of footwear you wear in the house can affect your risk of falling. People who walk barefoot, wear socks without shoes, or...
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CatchU Team
Jul 13, 20221 min
Sleepwear and Bedding Fabric May Pose Fall Risk
It’s important to be aware that if you wear sleepwear made of “slippery” fabric, and your bedspread/quilt/duvet (or even sheets) are made...
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CatchU Team
Jun 3, 20221 min
Preventing Falls Around the Home
The National Council on Aging reports that 30% of seniors fall each year, leading to about 800,000 emergency department visits. Check...
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