Fall Prevention Guide
The home should be a place of comfort for aging loved ones or those with disabilities. But, without a fall prevention strategy, it could be a source of uneasiness. Balance can become a significant issue as we age, due to factors like physical weakness, medications, and cognitive or visual impairment. Help keep your loved one safe by:
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Finding someone to check on them regularly
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Scheduling their vision checks
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Discussing medications with their physician
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Checking their balance
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Establishing a light exercise routine
It’s important that you take time to assess an aging loved one’s house for anything that might be a health risk. In our Fall Prevention Guide, available below, we’ll help you assess each of the main rooms of your loved one’s (or your) home, including:
- Bedrooms
- Bathrooms
- Hallways
- Living room
- Stairways
- Kitchen
- Outdoor areas
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1 in 3
elderly adults fall each year
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Falls are the leading cause of injuries among older adults.
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Learn more about how to make your home a safer place by downloading this guide.