Egan & Richgels, S.C.

10/24/2026

Your phone is one of your best tools after a car crash. Take photos at the scene if it's safe, photograph any visible injuries, and go back later to look for skid marks or anything else that seems important. https://bit.ly/4s0GAN9

10/21/2026

After a crash, start here:

✔ Stay calm
✔ Check on your passengers
✔ Call 9-1-1
✔ Move out of traffic if it's safe
✔ Turn on your hazard lights

See all 10 steps for the first 10 minutes: https://bit.ly/4s0GAN9

10/17/2026

Think a fender bender isn't worth calling the police? Think again. Call even if the accident is minor and no one is hurt, and don't leave until officers arrive. A police report can help you file an insurance claim. More steps to protect yourself: https://bit.ly/4s0GAN9

10/15/2026

The best time to prepare for a car accident is before it happens. Keep an accident kit in your trunk with basic medical supplies, a pen and paper, and medical alert cards for family members with allergies or other conditions. More tips: https://bit.ly/3VWA6CT

10/10/2026

The moments after a motor vehicle crash are stressful, and what you do next matters. This month's You Should Know newsletter covers the first 10 minutes and the first 10 hours after a road accident. Read it now, before you need it: https://bit.ly/4AVhPpC

09/27/2026

Organizations such as the AARP Foundation offer tools designed to help individuals and families assess the risk of social isolation and identify available community resources. Awareness is often the first step toward meaningful intervention.

See if you're affected by social isolation and stay connected, with help from AARP Foundation and United Health Foundation.

09/24/2026

Regular contact through phone calls, visits, or community engagement has been shown to meaningfully reduce feelings of isolation among older adults. Community transportation programs and volunteer driver services can also help address a significant barrier: access to the activities and appointments that support ongoing social connection. https://bit.ly/4qFZoAx

09/20/2026

Withdrawal from social activities, loss of interest in hobbies, and increased confusion are recognized indicators of social isolation. Families are encouraged to take these signs seriously rather than attribute them solely to aging. https://bit.ly/4xIn6ix

09/17/2026

Social isolation and physical safety risks are closely linked for older adults. Seniors who live alone may lack a support system to notice missed medications or delayed care following a fall or medical emergency, factors that can significantly affect health outcomes. https://bit.ly/45NOLlJ

09/15/2026

Research published in JAMA has found that social isolation and loneliness are associated with approximately a 50% increased risk of developing dementia. The connection between social engagement and cognitive health continues to be an important area of ongoing study. https://bit.ly/4gxk1Kt