Per the CDC, most severe injuries and deaths for elderly adults older than 65 years old are caused by falls as a result of medications, illnesses, and environmental factors.
Their data also states that seniors are 75 percent more likely to suffer another fall within six months.
At Assisting Hands Home Care, we find this to be concerning, which is why we provide fall prevention services for seniors in Winnetka, IL, and the neighboring areas.
Prior to seeking help from professional fall prevention services, the senior who suffered (or nearly suffered) a fall should speak with their doctor.
Seniors tend to take numerous medications, and everyone reacts differently to them. By reviewing how these medications work together and how your body reacts to them, you can decrease your risk of falling.
Weakening muscles can also be an issue; ask your doctor about physical exercises you can do that provides balance training. When increasing physical activity in a controlled manner, it can help prevent fall; however, it’s beneficial to begin such training with a physical therapist and audiologist’s evaluation.
A neat, tidy, organized home environment, can greatly reduce the risk of falls while a crowded, messy living space, leads to a heightened risk. Less allergens can also relieve chronic allergies and respiratory issues, but cleaning can be a tough task for some seniors.
Aside from cleaning, the following is also helpful:
At Assisting Hands Home Care, we provide fall prevention services as part of our home care services, so you can consider our help for you or your loved one.
Our friendly, well-trained caregivers know the causes and risks of falling. We can help with the following:
You can also customize your home care plan to your needs. We are available 24/7 to provide a variety of home care services in addition to fall prevention, including meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation, and more.
Give us a call at 847-737-9991 for more information or a free consultation on our fall prevention and home care services.
