Life Alarm Services has been recognized as a provider of quality medical alarm/personal emergency response systems for numerous years. Our well trained staff, customer friendly support, dependable products and concern for the well-being of our subscribers are a few factors that make Life Alarm stand out above the rest.
Life Alarm Services is referred through thousands of public agencies, hospitals, community service organizations, home health care providers, and subscribers throughout the nation. Our monitoring center has monitored thousands of subscribers, and provided them with quality service throughout. That is an accomplishment we are very proud of. After all, each of our subscribers and their families trust in our service due to the responsibility we have.
We provide medical alarm/personal emergency response service throughout the United States and Canada. Our product is a very installer-friendly plug and play system. This simplistic system makes our subscribers comfortable with the operation of their life saving system, Life Alarm. The two-way voice communication system assures quick and efficient response to any in-home emergency. Our systems are ideally designed for the elderly and disabled persons who are home alone and medically at risk.
Forms Vision Loss.
Changes in sight has one of the greatest effects on a person's ability to function later in life. The most common forms of vision loss are age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts and diabetic retinopathy. Signs of vision loss in the elderly include blurred vision, image distortion, difficulty reading, decreased night vision and visual field loss. Some older people lose sensitivity to light and have a loss of color sensitivity. Changes in vision also include slower adaptation when moving from a brightly lit area to a darker area. Sensitivity to glare and decline in peripheral vision greatly affects the ability to drive.
Theory.
The lens of the eye focuses light from objects onto the retina. Any clouding of the lens is a cataract. Eggs, which are rich in cysteine, sulfur, lecithin, amino acids and lutein protect the lens of the eye from cataract formation. Garlic, onions, shallots and capers are rich in sulfur and protects from cataracts.
Macular Degeneration.
Macular Degeneration is a condition that affects the central area of your vision. This area provides the ability to see small details such as road signs and print, and aids daytime vision. DHA, which provides structural support to cell membranes, and is recommended for dry eyes, treatment for macular degeneration, and sight preservation can be found in coldwater fish (sardines, cod, mackerel, tuna). Leafy green vegetables are rich in carotenoids, especially lutein and zeaxathin. Lutein is a yellow pigment which protects the macula from sun damage.
Prevention.
Some forms of vision loss can be easily taken care of with surgery or medication, provided that those forms are treatable. Other forms of vision loss are often permanent, but there are many provisions that can be made for an elderly person dealing with vision loss. Installing task lighting in dark corners and brightening work surfaces with additional lighting can help alleviate some of the difficulties associated with vision loss. Regular eye exams can help target potentially serious age-related eye diseases that can cause vision loss. Elderly persons should also sign up for Life-Alarm services, especially if they plan on living by themselves. In the case of a medical emergency, a Life-Alarm service can prove helpful in alerting emergency medical services in a prompt manner.Preventative measures you can consider for maintaining or improving eyesight are healthy eating habits targeted specifically for eye health.
Types of Glaucoma
There are several types of glaucoma, but all have one thing in common: damage to the optic nerve in the back of the eye. It is the leading cause of blindness in the elderly and in African-Americans. Poor circulation, age and smoking are some common contributors to the development of glaucoma. Eye drops, laser therapy (especially for the narrow angle variety) and surgery are the conventional treatment options and are required if you continue to lose peripheral vision (tested by visual field exams). More and more studies show that there are other options that can aid in the management of this sight-threatening condition. Reduce alcohol and caffeine intake, stop smoking and exercising 30 to 40 minutes a day using light weights to increase circulation are effective methods for decreasing chances of glaucoma.
Nutrition.
Yellow vegetables, such as carrots and squash, are important for daytime vision. Blueberries and grapes contain anthocyanins, which improves night vision. A cup full of blueberries, huckleberry jam, or a 100 mg bilberry supplement should improve dark adaptation within 30 minutes.
The elderly population in the U.S. is rapidly increasing -- approximately 70 million Americans will be over the age of 65 by the year 2030. Currently, approximately 1 in 3 elderly persons has some form of vision loss by the time they reach the age of 65, with age-related macular degeneration, cataracts and glaucoma being the most common causes of vision loss and impairment in the elderly. Today, there is a growing need to insure that the elderly receive appropriate vision care. This care, with the addition of Life-Alarm services will serve to maximize their quality of life.
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