Winter Is Upon Us, Avoid Its Hazards!
What typically comes along with the gradual changing of seasons, from fall to winter? It gets colder! The temperature drops to freezing, and when it drops, we get ice. So, not only are we dealing with the cold weather, but we have to watch for ice, and then snow. Older adults are more susceptible to […]
Holiday Hazards for Dogs and Cats
Submitted by Nilla’s Tub DIY Dog Wash & Health Food Store Yes, it’s that holiday time of year again. While you’re busy decorating, baking, wrapping gifts, and preparing your household for guests, remember to watch out for holiday temptations for your pets. Don’t let a pet disaster turn both your and your pets’ Holiday “Ho-Ho-Ho!” […]
Tips for Keeping Warm in Winter
By Jennifer Pearce, Right at Home Peoria As Mother Nature’s thermometer begins to dip in late fall and throughout winter, so does body temperature for many seniors. There is scientific data to support their feeling chilly. Aging skin is thinner and less likely to tolerate fluctuating temperatures. An older individual’s skin is limited in the […]
