Falls Are Not Inevitable - Increase Your Confidence TODAY

Falls Are Not Inevitable - Increase Your Confidence TODAY

Reactive Step Training A new form of balance training is emerging to help older adults stay steady on their feet. It’s called Reactive Step Training and it’s based on the principle of intentionally pushing someone off balance so they can practice catching themselves. Our ActiveStep Balance Trainer replicates real world "slips" and "trips" in a controlled environment. With practice, your reflexes get stronger and your balance improves. Users can reduce their fall risk by 50% after using this cutting edge technology! BalanceWear Has Been Used Successfully In Patients With Diagnoses Such As:  * Multiple Sclerosis * Parkinson’s Disease * Ataxia * Stroke * Scoliosis * Low back problems * Older Adults

Preventative Physical Therapy and much more

Physical Therapy (PT) is not just for fall or medical procedure recovery. Everyday people 55+ reach out to HouseFit, looking for answers to questions about how to stay active and independent as they age. If that’s you, then you’re in the right place. HouseFit, has a team of Physical Therapists who believe fitness and independence are achievable at any age. They’ve created a one-of-a-kind environment that focuses on keeping aging adults active and independent as long as possible. No matter what your current activity or fitness level is, they have an option that’s right for you.

Medication Safety - Your Local Poison Center Is There To Help

No matter one's age, misusing medications and other household items can be dangerous. Amanda Ruback from the Missouri Poison Center provides essential information and tips to help keep us (and our loved ones) safer in our homes. Topics we discuss include: Polypharmacy; Multiple Medications; Household Chemicals; and much more. Watch this video, to get the national 800 number that will connect you to your local poison center - available 24/7 - staffed by pharmacists and/or nurses.

Helping Your Parents, From A Distance

Jay Kweskin, Certified Senior Advisor specializing in care management shares how we can help a loved one from a distance. Learn the valuable role that care managers play on caring and advocating for older adults and those with special needs. From just keeping an eye on things, doctors appointments, med management, bill paying, and care giving, care managers are an affordable solution.

Home UpKeep/Maintenance Plans

A lot of older adults have chosen to stay put (age in place). Sometimes, due to lack of desire, awareness, or energy, the home is not always well maintained. When this occurs, the home's value may be compromised and issues that could impact safety can arise. Home warranty and home repair improve the odds that your home will be well maintained. Featuring: Kevin Pannebecker - www.upkeep.homes [http://www.upkeep.homes] Moderator: Ted Gottlieb, CSA®, REALTOR®, Advocate