I looked outside and suddenly it seems that all the leaves are off the trees and that means that winter is on the way. Winter is dangerous for everyone, but seniors and those who are home-bound are more at risk. The Red Cross has information about preparing for travel during the winter months, but what about people who choose to stay around the house? Here are some pointers about winter safety for seniors.

Active and Able has some great Winter Weather Aids for staying warm and safe during the winter months. During the winter people turn down their heat to save money on bills, but that is dangerous. We now have radiant heat products that are much safer than traditional space heater and cost pennies a day to operate. The Toasty Toes Heated Foot Rest, Foot Warmer Heated Indoor Mat, and the Cozy Legs Radiant Heat Panel are designed to keep you safe and warm this winter season.

Don’t forget your 4-legged friend the winter. Pets need plenty of exercise and special care in the winter. Check out this article I found on www.pawschoice.com regarding pets and winter safety.

Check back later for more ideas about winter weather. Next time I discuss outdoor winter safety.

A bad back is really painful. Thousands of people suffer from back pain, but there are ways to reduce it and lessen them pain. Active and Able has a new line of Comfort Pillows and Cushions to help with a wide range of back pain. A great item to make you back feel better is the Sacro Saver Pillow. It has a built in lumbar section to ease lower back pain and encourage proper posture. The Back Support Pillow is a wonder, it gently stretches the spine to help relieve stress, pain and stiffness. Just lie on it and feel the pain and stress melt away. Back and spine health is important and Active and Able has the items to help.

We are adding new items all the time at www.activeandable.com for daily living aids that can help improve your health and well-being.

Sometimes now matter how old a person is they have a difficult time getting up from thier seat. As people age they loose muscle stregth and flexability in thier joints. For that reason exercise is important to keep seniors mobile and healthy. Keep your legs strong with just 3o minutes a day of exercise. With the Pedal Exerciser you don’t even have to get up from your couch. If you already are having difficulty getting up from a seated postion there are plenty of options for your. The Up Easy Lifting Cushion is a great solution. This handy device gently boost you up from a seated to a standing postion. With your choice of the standard lift cushion and powered lift cushion models, there is a lifting cushion to fit any lifestyle and budget.

If you are looking for an all in one chair that includes an integrated lift cushion the Risedale Lift Chair is for you. This stylish chair looks great in any living room and inculdes a lift cushion.

Don’t suffer from mobility problems, find that little extra help at www.ActiveandAble.com.

Hearing loss is not just a problem when people are awake and interacting with others, it also impact people’s ability to wake up. I wonder how many dentist appointments have been missed due to hearing loss or even court dates? When is the last time you heard of a judge taking that excuse. To most people it on the same level as the dog-ate-my-homework excuse, but not to those suffering from hearing loss.

In all seriousness, hearing loss impacts our lives on many different levels, but there are ways to help alleviate some of those. One of the best inventions of the 20th century is the Large and Loud Alarm Clock that has a super loud alarm that is sure to get you out of bed. If you need extra help there is the Bigtime Clock with Bed Shaker. This Alarm clock has a both a super loud alarm and a small disc that you place under your pillow or mattress that shakes you awake. Unless you live in California and are used to a shaking bed this alarm clock will wake you up.

Check out www.activeandable.com for a wide selection of alarm clocks.

The bathroom can be a very dangerous place: close quarters, slippery when wet surfaces and lots of hard objects. There are plenty of things one can do to make the bathroom safe for seniors and other people with mobility issues. The toilet and the shower are two dangers that come to mind. A great solution for the toilet safety is the Toilet Safety Support which gives a helping hand when sitting down or getting up from the toilet. There are also Toilet Risers that give the toilet seat extra height so it gives you an extra boost.

The shower and tub can be a dangerous place. The Tub Grab Bar securely attaches to the side of the tub and gives you a secure hand when getting in and out of the tub. Another option that allows you to get in the tub without standing is the Heavy-Duty Transfer Chair. This handy device lets you sit and gently slide into the tub.

There are many more ideas for Bath and Toilet Safety at www.ActiveandAble.com. If you need help or have any additional questions please call 877-229-9993.

We just finished up production on our newest Active and Able catalog.  We worked though the night to get it done so it would be ready for the Holiday Shopping season.  We have over 100 new and innovative items in the catalog, items for mobililty and low vision to eco-friendly reusable shopping bags that will help stop the wasteful use of plastic shopping bags. You can check-out our website for a preview of all the new products. If you would like to receive a FREE catalog mailed to your home please click here.

ActiveandAble.com is your best source for Talking Watches and Large and Loud Alarm Clocks.

Staying mobile at home has never been easier.  Today’s homes can now be built with conveniences that allow people to stay at home longer due to improvements in home design.  There are even companies and state programs that can do an in-house assessment and build-out for those people who can afford it.  For most of us though, especially on tight budgets, we look for things we can do for ourselves that help us with mobility at home without breaking the bank.  One of the most popular items, especially for mobility in the kitchen is the Roll-About Chair.  This handy three-wheeled device allows you to be mobile in a semi-sitting and standing position when actually standing for long periods of time might not be possible.  Sometimes we need a little help getting up from a chair or couch.  The Up-Easy Seat Cushion is just the thing to help.  This ingenious invention is self powered and can lift up to 340 lbs!

Staying mobile at home is easier than ever.  Visit www.ActiveandAble.com to see all the newest mobility aids to help you at home.

How many times in your life have you heard someone say, “You are what you eat..” The fact is is that it is the truth. Recent studies show that what we eat is very important to our health. We cannot be sure to get all the minerals and vitamins we need and as people age, thier bodys have a harder time breaking down the foods we eat to release the nutrients our bodies need to stay healthy. That is why vitamins and supplements should be a part of everyone’s daily regimen. To maintain healthy joints Joint XL Nutritional Supplement safely and naturally slows down or stops the degenerative cycle of arthritis. The components of Joint XL are high in proteins that contain complex sugars responsible for the production of healthy synovial fluid, thereby lubricating, protecting and reducing the risk of joint degradation and dysfunction.  See more at www.ActiveandAble.com.

It is not just people that need to take supplements but pets do as well. Due to the limited nature of thier diets, dogs and cats can benefit from dietary supplements for joint healty. Sasha’s Blend is made from the same high quality ingredeints as Joint XL, but specially formulated for dogs and cats. Visit www.PawsChoice.com for a great selection of dog and cat supplements.

There is a wide spectrum of hearing loss and Assisted Listening Devices are not just for the hard of hearing. People with mild hearing loss can benefit from a wide range of Listening Aids to help them with thier daily lives, especially when it comes to social activities like movies, the theater and watching TV at home. One of the best items on the market today are Infra-Red Wireless TV Headphones. Wireless TV Headphones simply plug into the audio out on you TV and allow the listener to adjust the loudness of the TV so that the wearer can enjoy TV at a sound level that works for them, while the other person can do what they enjoy, read, sleep or watch TV. Another Wireless TV Headphone uses the same frequency as most movie theaters so you can bring the headset with you and enjoy the movie. Goto www.ActiveandAble.com to see a wide range of the latest Wireless TV Headphones.

Today’s seniors are staying active and more involved than ever before. The fact is that active seniors enjoy life more because part of the perscription for a happier and healthier lifestyle is exercise. Statistics show that exercising just thirty minutes a day, three times a week is the ticket to better well being. A great way to exercise is walking because you don’t need anything besides your feet! To keep track of how far you have gone and to put a spring in your step the Talking Pedometer with FM Radio is just the ticket. And when the weather outside does not cooperate the Adjustable tension Pedal Exerciser will give you quite a work out. Exercise is not just physical therapy, it is also mental therapy. Take some time and enjoy the fall and your health and stay Active and Able!