At SmartCells, our mission is simple: to improve lives by creating safer, healthier spaces of all shapes and sizes. We do this in many ways – by helping to prevent injuries in work environments, providing added protection for those prone to…
Falls are inevitable. According to the Center for Disease Control expert Judy Stevens, 30-35% of people over age 65 fall each year, one in five of those falls result in a serious injury, and 65% of those falls result in an emergency room visit. A bone fracture, or…
SmartCells Cushioning Technology has been used in a wide variety of applications around the globe and is suitable for Group Homes, Senior Living and Long Term Care Facilities, Hospitals and Residential applications. One of our recent Fall Protection projects took…
By Suzanne Gainey Do you have an aging loved one who needs care? If so, you are not alone. According to the National Alliance for Caregiving, more than 65 million people, 29% of the U.S. population, provide care for a chronically ill, disabled, or aged family member...
By Suzanne Gainey With the Dow Jones Industrial Average reaching record-breaking highs of 26,000 and the unemployment rate marching down, the economic picture is looking positive. However, even the novice worker knows that nothing will last forever. How can your...
By Suzanne Gainey There comes a time in life when decisions must be made about an aging family member’s living situation. If you have come to the decision that the best option is for your loved one to Age in Place, you are not alone. 51% of those who need care have...
By Suzanne Gainey The number of older Americans in the workforce between the ages of 65-74 is on the rise. By 2022, it is projected that over 30% of the overall workforce will be comprised of Americans in this age bracket. It isn’t that our population is growing older...
By Suzanne Gainey Most of us know that regular exercise and a healthy diet are vital to overall health and wellness as we age. But how much exercise should we be doing on a weekly basis as we age? This is a common question for many Americans. According to the AARP,...
Safety First Unfortunately, falls are common, and they happen more frequently than you may realize. You may think it won’t happen to you or your loved ones, but 1 in 4 Americans over the age of 65 fall every year. If you do find yourself on the ground after taking a...