Fall Prevention: An Important Goal of Home Care
Fear of falling confines many seniors to the house. Professional caregivers help them remain active and engaged in the community….
It can take only one bad fall to severely incapacitate or even kill an individual; more so if they are age 50 and over.
There is good news however! There are many simple tips and tricks that can be implemented in order to reduce the risk of deadly falls for yourself or your loved one.
Each tab below contains information on the four general elements of successfull fall prevention. They are
- Knowing Medical Conditions
- Understanding Medications
- Maintaining Strength and Balance
- Safe-Proofing the Home Environment
https://www.stauntonrescue.org/fallprevention.html
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