Fall Prevention
Advice and practical tips on reducing the risk factors leading to trips and falls for seniors and those with decreased mobility.
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Senior-Friendly Home Additions for Aging in Place
There are a number of additions that can be made to a home to make it more senior-friendly. To remain in your home as you age, consider these tips for creating a safe environment that will help you age in place safely and comfortably.
6 Comments4 Balance Exercises for Seniors That Help Prevent Falls
Try these simple exercises for seniors to help prevent falls through improved balance, strength, and coordination.
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Five tips for grab bar placement to improve the safety of your elderly parent's home.
8 CommentsFall Prevention Tips for Seniors Aging in Place: Lifestyle Recommendations and Home Care Fall Prevention Programs
Home care fall prevention programs, lifestyle changes, and home modifications can help reduce fall risks for seniors who are aging in place.
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Fall Prevention Questions
Need a cart that can help carry laundry up and down stairs.
7 AnswersLoopyLoo Answered Apr 25, 2024Wife in memory care has ADHD. She walks constantly which is causing frequent falls.
2 AnswersGeaton777 Answered Apr 25, 2024My wife (88) has ADHD and won't sit until she is worn out, usually around 3pm. She has been falling quite a bit. Anyone have this problem?
9 AnswersLlamalover47 Replied Apr 24, 2024How do I convince my 93 year old father in-law that it’s not safe for him to go food shopping?
35 AnswersIgloocar Replied Apr 17, 2024
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[The Washington Post] Senior homes refuse to pick up fallen residents, dial 911. ‘Why are they calling us?"
4 Commentscwillie Commented May 5, 2024Assisted living home's driver won't assist getting mobility compromised residents into the doctor's office or back into the van.
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