Category: BEK Caregivers Corners

Finding the Perfect Recliner

Comfort and convenience are everything when it comes to choosing furniture. Recliners in particular, are one of the best pieces of furniture you can own. The relaxation capabilities while sitting in a recliner make the purchase all the worthwhile. For someone who has a medical problem that restricts movement or for someone who has a…

Summer Events for Seniors | El Paso, Texas

Summer is in full swing here in Texas. There are tons of events going on around the El Paso area that are perfect for the senior crowd. From races to star gazing and even permaculture classes, Texas is the place to be this summer. Check out a few of the events happening soon in the…

Rolling walker with Seat? Light weight Wheelchair….or Both?

Its inevitable, groceries…grandkids…walkers…wheelchairs, the list goes un, but unless your piloting a 15 passenger van, the trunk space does not.  The reality is that we progress throughout life and so does the “utility” level of our vehicle.  Thinking back to when my son was first born… I remember the continuous need for MORE SPACE, no…

Summer Safety for Seniors

Ah…the great outdoors!  Summer is officially here and you can feel it.  The past few weeks out in our hometown of El Paso TX have been HOT!  There’s no denying it, summer is here.  Break out the bathing suits, flip-flops and barbecue grills, its time to spend some time on the outside…. But how do…

Bedroom Safety For The Elderly

For many elderly people, accidents can and often do happen in the least likely of places. One room in particular for trips and falls is the bedroom. Trying to get in and out of bed, tripping on table legs or having the wrong assistive equipment to move about can likely occur in the bedroom. Utilizing…

Last Minute Bath Safety Tips!

In addition to these precautions we discussed throughout the month, ensure that all soap, shampoo and toiletries are in easy to reach places, if items are in areas the require extending your reach, kneeling or bending reposition them, the ideal height for toiletries is chest height, keep in mind if you plan on using any…

The Best Seat in the House…

One of the greatest difficulties for most seniors is mobility, in many cases one can become tired after standing longer periods of time, in addition to leg fatigue from extended standing seniors often experience difficulties while sitting or standing.  The motions of sitting and standing can be particularly dangerous and difficult for those with knee…