{"id":8931,"date":"2021-01-25T23:14:30","date_gmt":"2021-01-25T23:14:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/assistinghands.com\/29\/?page_id=8931"},"modified":"2021-08-05T20:08:11","modified_gmt":"2021-08-05T20:08:11","slug":"fallprevention","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/29\/newjersey\/monmouth\/fallprevention\/","title":{"rendered":"Fall Prevention \u2013 The Key to Being Safe at Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

According to the CDC, falls are the leading cause of injury death among people over 65.<\/p>\r\n

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Falls can lead to injuries that range from bumps and bruises to serious complications like a broken hip that requires a surgical procedure to fix.<\/p>\r\n

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Medication, illnesses, and environmental factors can all affect balance and strength contributing to a fall.<\/p>\r\n

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If you or your loved one is finding it difficult to complete\u00a0everyday tasks<\/a>\u00a0like preparing food, standing, or getting out of bed, an in-home caregiver can help with those things that have become increasingly more difficult. This will allow for safer\u00a0aging in place<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

In-Home Fall Prevention Tips<\/h2>\r\n

It is important that you and your loved ones have a clutter-free and safe environment if you want to prevent in-home falls. Follow these practical steps:<\/p>\r\n