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How much does a stairlift cost?

How much does a stairlift cost?

The most commonly asked question of anyone considering a stairlift is “how much will it cost?" A quick search of the internet will soon show that most reputable stairlift companies do not quote ‘flat rate’ figures for the cost of a stairlift, and Acorn Stairlifts is no exception. The reason for this is simple – every staircase is different, so no two stairlifts are exactly the same or will cost the same.

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When it comes to falls, prevention is best

When it comes to falls, prevention is best

Unfortunately, as we grow older our bones become thinner and weaker and our reflexes are not what they were. Simple trips, slips and falls can be serious, resulting in painful bruising or even broken bones and long, inconvenient periods of recovery. 

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Preventing Heatstroke During the Summer

Preventing Heatstroke During the Summer

It can be very hot during summer months, and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) encourages older adults to take extra precautions this summer to avoid a heatstroke. Try to avoid being in the heat for too long as often as possible to protect yourself, and stay hydrated! 

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8 Tips for Seniors Traveling This Summer

8 Tips for Seniors Traveling This Summer

Summer is here and that means kids are out of school and ready for some vacation and everyone else is looking forward to an outdoor break. If you are planning to go and participate in any fun activity this summer that involves traveling, Senior Directory has these 8 helpful tips to ensure you a safer, more comfortable and trouble-free adventure.

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Senior Safety Tip No. 4: Fire Safety

Senior Safety Tip No. 4: Fire Safety

Happy National Safety Month! A good tip to keep in mind when thinking of safety in your home is to make sure your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are up to date. Rule of thumb is that if your detectors are over 10 years old, it is time for them to be replaced. Too much carbon monoxide absorbed can be very fatal.

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Senior Safety Tip No. 3: Exercise Safety

Senior Safety Tip No. 3: Exercise Safety

Exercise is important for your overall well-being, doing so will release endorphins that improves positive emotion and self-esteem along with a string of long term health benefits. But using the stairs as a tool for working out can be very dangerous. 

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Arthritis and yoga

Arthritis and yoga

It is said that yoga has many benefits, especially for those with arthritis. Yoga can ease certain pains in your joints and help boosts your overall flexibility, but a recent study has shown that almost 11% of people doing yoga are doing it wrong, causing them to experience some pain when they shouldn’t. Here are some quick tips to help you stay safe while doing yoga.

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Summertime and diabetes

Summertime and diabetes

Summer is approaching and now that winter will be officially over, plans to be out in the sun will be in place. Summertime can call for treats we might not usually indulge in, more physical activities than we had in the winter and summer vacations. But what does that mean or those with diabetes? According to DiabetesSelfManagement.com, the warm weather is the perfect time to pay close attention to your diabetes.

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5 tips for a good night’s sleep!

5 tips for a good night’s sleep!

One of the single most important factors in maintaining good health, both physical and mental, is being able to get a good night’s sleep. Sleep is the body’s way of recharging for the day ahead. If you have a difficult time getting to sleep, try these 5 tips to try at home to help you rest.

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