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About Elder Depot
Since its inception in 2002, Elder Depot has recognized the critical role that caregivers have being involved with the care of an elderly loved one. We are committed to providing a wide variety of innovative products to improve quality of life for both the caregiver and the recipient.
The purpose of this blog is to serve as a place where information can be shared, questions answered, and relationships built.
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Category Archives: Guidance
Bath Safety Product Guide
Many injuries for seniors occur in the bathroom, which is not surprising, given the mix of water with slippery surfaces. We have put together a list of helpful tips and products that will make the bathroom safer and help prevent … Continue reading
Posted in Eldercare, Guidance, Products
Tagged Bathroom, Caregivers, Eldercare, Mobility, Safety, Technology
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What is the Best Internet Browser for Seniors?
You might remember that in Step 7 of my 10 Steps to Better Protect Elderly Loved Ones Online I explained some of the dangers posed by using Internet Explorer 6. If that post left you wondering which Internet Browser would … Continue reading
Guarding against Elder Neglect.
In our last post on Elder Abuse we shared that, “Laws vary from state to state but, by definition, Elder Abuse is any act, intentional or negligent, that causes harm or serious risk of harm to a vulnerable elder.” Usually, … Continue reading
Family Caregiving is often like a Second Full Time Job
Home Instead Senior Care® recently completed a five year study that concluded that 42% of caregivers spend more than 30 hours a week personally caring for a senior parent. Most caregivers don’t need a study to tell them that caring … Continue reading
What Everyone Should Know About Strokes
Strokes are the leading cause of adult disability in the United States. Strokes are when blood flow to any part of the brain is interrupted. Sometimes a stroke is explained as “brain attack”, comparing it to a heart attack. For … Continue reading
Posted in Eldercare, Guidance
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VPG’s MV-1 vs BraunAbility…which is the better choice?
Review originally written for the New Mobility Blog and posted here with permission. I’ve been hearing about the new wheelchair accessible vehicle by the Vehicle Production Group called the MV-1 for about a year now, and actually, when we were … Continue reading
Posted in Eldercare, Guidance, Products
Tagged Automobile, Eldercare, Guide, Mobility, Technology
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10 Ways for Seniors to Keep Cool
It is hot this summer. Heat Stroke and Dehydration are serious problems for everyone during this hot season, but Seniors are especially at risk. Here are some tips on how to help them stay cool. Seniors should eat light meals … Continue reading
Fraud Alert! Take a closer look at those Phone Bills!
Take a closer look at those phone bills friends! A few months ago we noticed that a mysterious charge for ‘Vmail’ had appeared on the phone bill for one of fax lines. Our phone company had just switched us from … Continue reading
