Offering more than just a guide – we provide a comprehensive platform committed to offering valuable resources, practical advice, and compassionate support for families navigating the journey of aging together. Our newsletter covers a wide range of topics, including elder health tips, caregiving strategies, medical assistance resources, and lifestyle advice, tailored to meet the diverse needs of every family member.

6/1/23 6/1/23

Creating a Wheelchair and Walker Friendly Home

Tips and recommendations on how to make a home much more friendly to seniors using wheelchairs or walkers.

When Dan Bawden teaches contractors and builders about aging-in-place, he has them get into a wheelchair. See what it’s like to try to do things from this perspective, he tells them.

Leslie Kischer 7/26/22 Leslie Kischer 7/26/22

Good to know - Speak for Safety Illinois

Speak for Safety Illinois – Firearm Restraining Orders
EMPOWERING FAMILIES AND LAW ENFORCEMENT TO PREVENT GUN TRAGEDIES

What is a firearm restraining order?

Leslie Kischer 3/28/22 Leslie Kischer 3/28/22

Good to know - About 211

211 is the most comprehensive source of local human and social services information in the U.S. and most of Canada.

Reach out to 211 to speak with a community resource specialist in your area who can help you find services and resources that are available to you locally and provide critical services that can improve—and save—lives.

Leslie Kischer 10/31/20 Leslie Kischer 10/31/20

Holiday Season Safety Tips

The holidays bring opportunities to celebrate special traditions and meaningful moments with the people in our lives. As you prepare for November and December holidays, these Holiday Planning Safety Tips can help protect you, your family, friends, and your community from COVID-19.

Leslie Kischer 1/16/20 Leslie Kischer 1/16/20

Good to know - Workplace Injuries

What is the most common cause of workplace injuries, back sprains, and strains?

Leslie Kischer 12/18/19 Leslie Kischer 12/18/19

Good to know - IDPH Verified

Not all CNA’s are IDPH (Illinois Department of Public Health) verified. Assured Healthcare only employs Certified Nursing Assistants.

Why is this important?

1/25/12 1/25/12

Home Safety Modifications for Seniors

Home modification is a fairly new concept that has come along with the incarnation of seniors choosing to stay living in their homes in place of moving to assisted living facilities and nursing homes. Due to limitations that naturally occur as we age changes need to be made in order for needs to be met and safety kept at a premium.