Florida seems to be "the land of the retirees," judging by the people that I've seen here while shopping and eating out with my sister. It reminded me about an interesting new website, Caring.com.
It provides guidance, information, and an online community for those serving as caregivers for aging people suffering illnesses and disabilities. Content includes articles and checklists on health, housing, finance, and products and services.
One of the site's articles concerns creative gadgets that help the elderly continue living in their homes. Among them are a watch that monitors a person's movement and heart rate and sends e-mail or instant messages to caregivers if it senses an emergency, and a similar monitor that sends an alert when someone falls. The story is timely, especially in light of the fact that a study commissioned by Clarity and the EAR Foundation, "Aging In Place in America," found Seniors fear moving into a nursing home and losing their independence more than death.
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