By Mountain-Pacific Quality Health
January 17, 2023
American novelist Paul Theroux once wrote, “Winter is a season of recovery and preparation.” But an argument can be made that the more you prepare for winter, the less you worry about recovering from cold weather mishaps like burst pipes, a damaged vehicle or even frostbite. Read on to learn how you can better prepare for winter.
Preparing Your Home
Install weather stripping if you notice … Read the rest
By Mountain-Pacific Quality Health
September 22, 2022
On average, an American who is 65 years or older falls every second. Falls are the leading cause of injury-related emergency room visits for this age group.
According to the National Council on Aging, falls can impact a person’s quality of life. Falls can cause physical harm such as bruising, broken bones, head injuries and even death. They can also contribute to depression, isolation or feelings of … Read the rest
National Assisted Living Week
By Mountain-Pacific Quality Health
September 15, 2022
This week, we are celebrating National Assisted Living Week and the outstanding work going into creating safe and reliable housing for older adults and those with disabilities.
According to the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL), there are about 28,900 assisted living communities, with nearly one-million licensed beds in the United States today. More than 800,000 Americans live in these facilities, with most of … Read the rest
