Walkers Get a Makeover

Welcome to the Aug 5th, 2009 edition of The Weekly Insider, our newsletter with quick updates on senior care tips, cool gadgets, new technology, and must-have services.

Gilbert Guide the Weekly Insider

August 5, 2009

Health & Rehab

Walkers Get a Makeover

INSIDER TIP: WalkerWonder creates stylish walker and rollator decorations that add a little fun to a necessary accessory.

Walkers or rollators are important aids for those with limited mobility, but they've never been particularly attractive! WalkerWonder, started by a group of caregivers to "brighten the lives of those who depend on mobility aids," offers colorful, exciting fabric banners that add fun and personality to a loved one's mobility aid.

Each bright, lively walker banner comes in a matched set with four walker bumpers. Walker decals coordinated with the theme are also included as part of the package, making decorating a grandparent's walker a great activity for sticker-loving grandchildren. Banners fit snug on the front of a walker or rollator, feature a storage pocket on the back for important daily items, and are made from high-quality, stain-resistant fabric that's fully washable.

WalkerWonder banners are available in a variety of themes, including celebrations of birthdays or holidays, religious and spiritual themes, patriotic messages, and everything from well-known Bible verses to cheeky sayings like "young at heart (slightly older elsewhere)." WalkerWonder banners are also available with personalized messages of up to 13 letters on a variety of patterns or photo holders attached to display cherished family members or pets. They are easy to install, and in most cases can be put on by the user themselves with a minimum of assistance. Banners start at $59 dollars per set and are available in discounted group sets for individual and institutional use. Each comes with a 30-day guarantee.

Discount Alert: Gilbert Guide Readers can receive special discounts on two of the packages offered:

Fresh Look Gift Collection:
10% off all three banners (an $18-21 value) with the offer code GG4102

Walker Wardrobe Gift Collection:
17% off all five banners (a $50-59 value) with the
offer code GG4101

Refresher: A fun, colorful WalkerWonder banner set makes a great gift for a loved one with limited mobility.

Extra Credit: Have mobility limitations? Keep yourself in good shape with our guide to Activities and Aids to Daily Living and our fun Mobility Activities.

 
 

Fall Prevention

For many seniors, fall prevention should be their number one concern—especially those that live alone. Many fall-related injuries can lead to deterioration in mobility or strength as the injuries may require weeks or even months of rehabilitation and possible surgery. Keep the seniors in your life safe by knowing all the factors that can contribute to heightened risk for falls by reading:

You can also keep your loved ones with Alzheimer's safe too as seniors with dementia face additional safety issues above and beyond fall prevention in the home. Make sure they are safe by reading through Creating an Alzheimer's Friendly Home: A Step-by-Step Guide to Dealing with Alzheimer's Disease, Safety, and Care.

 




 
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