Falls and Seniors
Falls Articles
Fear of Falling May Cause Depression in Seniors
Most people are aware of the seriousness of fall-related injuries for older adults, but falling can also negatively impact an aging loved one’s mental health and overall quality of life.
42 CommentsMedications That Increase Fall Risk in Older Adults
Fall prevention efforts tend to focus on minimizing environmental hazards and improving mobility, but another important contributing factor is often overlooked: prescription and over-the-counter medications.
24 CommentsHow to Safely Pick a Loved One (or Yourself) Up After a Fall
Falls are a common occurrence for seniors, so it’s important to know what to do after one occurs. Use these tips to get your elderly loved one back on their feet without hurting them (or yourself) in the process.
30 CommentsWhy Are Falls So Dangerous for the Elderly?
One in four Americans aged 65 and older falls each year. Sadly, even one tumble can have serious physical, psychological and functional consequences for older adults.
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Falls Questions
My mother suddenly lost mobility and has started falling? How can I get and pay for help with her?
5 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered 13 hours agoI am sad and dread going to the nursing home to visit my husband. Any advice?
38 AnswersEvamar Answered May 15, 2022Can the nursing home make me take my husband home?
4 AnswersAcanesfan Answered May 15, 2022I love my father dearly, but I am really struggling. Any advice?
39 AnswersJamesj Answered May 12, 2022
Falls Discussions
FYI... Because of the abuse of the 911 system for "lift assists," some fire and ambulance districts will soon charge up to $850 for excessive nonemergency calls.
12 CommentsMountaingyrl Commented Mar 6, 2022My wife and I took a road trip to CA from Maine, to visit my mother and when we arrived we realized she should not live so far away from us.
16 CommentsChapter2 Commented Jul 8, 2021Venting without a question re LO breaking her ankle today.
13 Commentsagainx100 Commented Jun 16, 2021Mom Falls and Breaks OTHER hip!
12 Commentscaroli1 Commented May 25, 2021
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