Most Recent Posts from January, 2012 Jan 29, 2012 Family Caregivers for the Elderly: Quotes for You At Griswold, we want to make sure all of those who care for elderly loved ones get the thanks they deserve. So here are some meaningful quotes to remind you of your own strength and compassion: “One ... Read More Jan 13, 2012 Bathroom Safety for Seniors: 9 Tips to Prevent Injuries Bathroom safety for seniors is very crucial, but also quite simple to do. Here are 9 tips to help your loved one avoid bathroom injuries: Install anchor grab bars in and around the shower, bathtub and ... Read More Jan 11, 2012 Elderly Bathroom Safety: 7 Signs of a Hazardous Bathroom With all the water, sharp edges and slippery flooring, the bathroom can be a very dangerous place… especially for an elderly person. Here’s a list of 7 things you should check in your loved one’s ... Read More Jan 10, 2012 Preventing Slip & Fall Accidents In The Bathroom for the Elderly Most slip and fall accidents that occur in the home happen in the bathroom. So many slick, hard surfaces combined with the presence of moisture make for hazardous conditions. Therefore, when securing ... Read More Jan 08, 2012 Removing Trip and Fall Hazards Around the House Perhaps the most important step you can take to help prevent trip and fall accidents around the house is to eliminate the obstacles and hazards that most often cause such incidents. Do a room-by-room ... Read More