Light Tester
December 17, 2010 by admin
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Picture Source: Kaboodle.com Checking your holiday lights can save time and prevent fires. Use a light tester to test your lights before putting them up. Prices range from $8 to $25 depending on its features. They can be purchased online through sites such as Christmas lights etc. and Improvements catalog. var conveythis_src = “en”;translation
Safe Holiday Home Decorating
This article was originally posted on December 21, 2009 Home safety is essential to successfully aging in place. Home safety can take many forms, from preventing falls in the kitchen and bathroom, to preventing accidental fires. As the holidays approach, we need to continue to pay close attention to home safety and fall prevention. [...]
Culinary Finger Protector
October 29, 2010 by admin
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Picture Source: Shop Low Vision.com Do you have low vision or, are you a diabetic that does a lot of cooking? Well, keep your fingers safe as you slice and dice your foods by using a culinary finger protector. It’s made from strong plastic and will keep your fingers safe while you prepare your meals. [...]
More on Fall Prevention
Last Thursday was Fall Prevention Awareness Day. This week we continue in our 2 part series on fall prevention and discuss the prevalence of falls among men and women. Did you know that among the elderly population, falls occur more often among women who have one or more medical condition and live alone? They are [...]
