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Fall Prevention and Foot Health: Should Seniors Wear Shoes at Home?
Sometimes there is nothing better than getting home and kicking off your shoes after a long day. However, older adults and those at risk of falls might benefit from keeping a comfortable pair of shoes next to their favorite easy chair. Fall Hazards and Older Feet Falls become a greater…
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Five Ways Alexa Changes Aging in Place
Most marketing for Amazon’s voice-activated in-home assistant, Alexa, puts 20 to 30-somethings in the forefront of their ads, but older adults might have even more to gain by adopting this increasingly popular technology. Here are five ways seniors can leverage the power of Alexa to change their daily routines. Household…
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What To Do If The Power Goes Out
Apartment Preparations for Summer Time in New York City Scorching summer heat has put a major strain on New York City’s power grid in recent days, causing a series of localized power outages, leaving some residents without power for more than 12 hours. Without air conditioning, reliable plumbing and refrigeration,…
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Senior Heat Wave Safety
Beating the Summer Heat in New York City Temperatures and humidity are on the rise in New York City making now a great time to review some simple summer safety tips that can protect New Yorkers during extreme heat. Extreme Heat and Age Heat waves can be dangerous at any…
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Summer Travel Tips for Seniors
No matter how happy we might be at home, it’s hard to resist the temptation to travel during the warm summer months, whether it’s attending a family function, catching up with old friends, or simply checking another city off your “must see” list. Getting out and seeing the corners of…
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Discovering New York’s Electronic Libraries
Few things can be as relaxing as curling up with a good book on a hot summer day, and thanks to major advances in accessibility within the New York Public Library system, finding your next great read is easier than ever, even if you can’t visit your local branch. The…
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