I live by myself,

And I keep thinking that maybe I need to get life alert. My bedroom is upstairs and I go up and down the stairs quite a bit. I'm kinda clumsy at times and if I fall down the stairs and can't get to my phone, my animals would soon be eating my corpse. No one checks up on me. I don't have a job so no one would miss me if I didn't show up. What do you think?

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SW-User

This actually terrifies me.

Others have given sound advice. I’m thinking maybe workout and be active if you aren’t already. That way, you stay healthier and independent for many years to come.

My dad is in his mid 70s and he can carry those gallons of water jug around. He cleans the the house and is pretty active in his retirement. He walks for half an hour to an hour a day.

melissa001 · 56-60, F

@SW-User I do stay active. I exercise and I'm in fairly good shape. But my stairs are steep and I have one knee that's kinda weak. I try to watch my steps but it's just a worry I have.

SW-User

@melissa001 yeah sorry, that’s rough. I was thinking maybe doubling down on your weak area and do stair exercises, but bad knees usually can’t handle them and probably will need a knee replacement at some point.

I guess being extra careful and bringing in the life alert system are good.