Helping older adults remain as independent as possible is a goal for many adult children and their parents. There’s a lot of freedom in being able to drive wherever you’d like to go. But it’s important to recognize that driving can become more challenging as we age. Reaction times, situational awareness, and vision may not […]
Distracted Driving Puts Everyone at Risk
The National Safety Council estimates that eight people die and hundreds of others are injured each day in automobile accidents related to distracted driving. April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, which serves as a reminder that being distracted while driving puts everyone at risk. Three Major Types of Distractions There are three major types of […]
Tips for Managing Stress After an Injury
April is Stress Awareness Month. As you likely know, finding healthy ways to cope with stress can really improve your quality of life. But it’s much easier said than done, especially when you’re juggling multiple stressors. Sudden changes, such as being injured in a car accident or losing a loved one, can also cause your […]
Call 811 Before Digging to Prevent Injuries and Outages
As the weather gets warmer, you’re probably planning outdoor projects and thinking about updating the landscaping. April is National Safe Digging Month for a reason! It’s a great reminder to call 811 before starting any digging project. Why You Need to Get Underground Utility Lines Marked Underground utility lines are damaged approximately every six minutes. […]
Tips for Avoiding Fraud and Scams
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reports that 5.7 million people filed fraud reports in 2021. Collectively they lost more than $5.8 billion to fraud. That’s a $2.4 billion jump in losses from the previous year. Common Scams From cryptocurrency scams to imposter scams, suspicious activity is on the rise. And you might be surprised by […]
