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 […]
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 […]
Spring Cleaning: Don’t Forget About Poison Prevention
National Poison Prevention Week takes place during the third full week of March each year. As you prepare for spring cleaning and working in the yard, keep these poison prevention tips in mind. Household Cleaners Store household cleaners and chemicals out of reach of children and pets and away from food items. Make sure to […]
Prevent Digital Eye Strain This Workplace Eye Wellness Month
Prevent Blindness observes Workplace Eye Wellness Month in March. Digital eye strain is a common issue for office workers and others who spend large amounts of time working on computers or other electronic devices. In this article, we’ll highlight tips for decreasing the effects of screen time. What is Digital Eye Strain? Digital eye strain […]
