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By ensuring you have the necessary equipment and that your mind and body are in sync with one another, you may avoid an injury that takes you out of activities of daily living. bit.ly/3LvkfSn @NextAvenue #injury #injuryprevention

Develop a routine and you will help your body fall asleep faster and wake up easier each day, which can help counter the adverse effects on your sleep habits caused by a prosthetic limb. bit.ly/2WrahfD #sleep #prosthetics

Home care can range from high specialized care like a neurologist’s visit, to generalized care like companionship or housekeeping. Whatever you need to live alone with confidence, there is a home care professional to help. bit.ly/3CsUSem #aginginplace #seniors

Family caregivers provide an immense contribution, often at significant personal cost and with little guidance. These goals can improve the lives of family #caregivers and their loved ones. bit.ly/3nChzaS @AARP #homecare

"There are things everyone can do, no matter their ability. The most important thing you can do? Identify your needs." bit.ly/3EsfFRg @disabilityscoop #disasterplanning #disability

Whether you’re off to a slower start for the day or are confined to your bed for a period, try these five stretching exercises you can do in bed. bit.ly/3g22PxG #stretching #exercise

When we think about doing things that are good for our overall health, we’re prone to action. But by learning how to do less and embrace a good snooze, we can vastly improve our waking hours. bit.ly/3GDk03K @GQMagazine #sleep #wellness

Mood and anxiety disorders become less common as people age. But detection rates are also lower among older adults. They’re less likely to seek assistance for mental health issues. cle.clinic/2VfVsvA @ClevelandClinic #seniors #depression

Long-term bed rest is unavoidable for some patients, but the health consequences can be severe without care and treatment. Here's how #caregivers and #bedridden patients can limit the impact of long-term bed rest. bit.ly/3oxOCLj

Weighted blankets have grown beyond their origins as therapeutic equipment to become one of the most sought-after solutions to the nation’s #sleep problems. But do weighted blankets really help you sleep? bit.ly/3nCiuFM #weightedblanket

Nearly 700,000 people die from falls globally, with adults over 60 suffering the most. Here's what medical experts say can reduce your risk of injury or avoid worsening an underlying condition. bit.ly/3rz8MJi @NextAvenue #injuries #aging