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Pain from an injury or an illness can impact your life negatively and may make it difficult to do day-to-day activities. Pain has physical impacts but can also affect people emotionally and influence their quality of life. In this blog, we are going to share different ways to manage your pain effectively that will make your life a little easier and hopefully less stressful.

Understand Your Pain Understanding where your pain is coming from, what causes it, and how you can cope with...

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It is summertime and we are all excited for the warm, beautiful weather it brings. But with beautiful summer weather comes high heat and allergy season. More daylight means that there is more intense sun exposure and stagnation in the air, which leads to the air we breathe becoming more toxic. For some people, especially those with preexisting breathing problems, summertime can raise health concerns. Keep reading to learn...

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This Independence Day, Kelly’s Home Medical and CarePro are helping you keep your independence in your own home! Read on to learn about what products can help you stay independent and in your home longer! 

Bath Safety 

Bathrooms are one of the most dangerous rooms in the house. The bathroom can cause slips and falls leading...

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When the weather is beautiful and it is a bright, sunny day, there is nothing better than enjoying the outdoors. As you age, you are limited to certain activities but that does not mean you cannot have fun! We have compiled a list of fun summer activities that aging adults can participate in. Read below to find out more! 

1. Farmer’s Market

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Now that it is finally beginning to get nice out, there are many local, paved, trails that individuals with limited mobility can take advantage of. Today, we would like to share some of these trails in Cedar Rapids, Coralville, North Liberty, Quad Cities, and Clinton. Read below to learn more about these local trails.  

Cedar Rapids, Coralville, North Liberty  Cedar Valley Nature Trail: This is...

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Many older adults can agree that they’d prefer to stay at home as they age. If you are one of these adults or their caregiver assisting in making their wish a reality, take a few minutes to read about some tips and tricks to staying happy and safe as you age in place at home. 

Assess Your Home 

The key to successfully aging...

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May is National Stroke Awareness Month. In observance of this month, we at CarePro & Kelly’s wanted to walk you through the warning signs of a stroke. Being prepared can help you take quick action if a friend or loved one begins to exhibit signs or symptoms. According to the CDC, “Strokes kill nearly 150,000 of the 860,000 Americans who die of cardiovascular disease each year—that’s 1 in every 19...

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It’s the time of the year that we’ve all been waiting for, when the days get longer, the weather warms up and our attitudes get a little more positive – springtime. While we look forward to this time every year, you may be looking for some new ideas to keep you busy this spring – that's where we come in. Take a look at these fun ideas that allow you to get out of the house and enjoy some fresh...

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Spring cleaning isn’t only for your home, but for your CPAP too! There’s nothing more refreshing than giving your CPAP a good deep clean after a long winter of cold and sickness. While some pieces of equipment are cleaned or wiped down weekly or monthly, it’s good to give them a good deep cleaning every 6-12 months, making spring cleaning the perfect time to do so. Take a look at our checklist for each item...

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CarePro prides ourselves on helping anyone find a solution to aid in better mobility while remaining comfortable and stylish. Power lift chairs fall into this category. If you are on the hunt for a power lift chair, here are our tips on how to pick the perfect one. 

Define what you are looking for

What type of lift chair are you looking...

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