Our mission is to increase the public awareness and importance of this sometimes overlooked issue. Are you aware that falls can oftentimes be prevented? Senior Home Care by Angels can help show you how with a free in-home assessment. We also conduct free seminars educating all interested individuals who want to make a difference in someone’s life.
Here are a few helpful tips:
In addition, we offer a wide variety of home care solutions that can help your senior loved one stay safe as they age in place. Best of all, our services can be personalized based on their needs, schedule, preferences, and other factors, so your loved one can maintain their independence while receiving support with avoiding fall-related risks. For more comprehensive safety tips, check out our Elderly Home Safety Checklist, which can help you identify and address potential hazards in the home.
You can quickly locate a Senior Home Care by Angels office nearby by entering your postal code in our office locator. We look forward to meeting you and your family and providing you with all of the home care solutions you need!
Signs that indicate your loved one may be at risk of falling include unexplained bruises or injuries, difficulty getting up from a seated position, holding onto furniture or walls for balance, and changes in their usual walking pattern or gait.
These signs may suggest reduced strength, balance issues, or potential medication side effects affecting stability. It's important to observe these signs and consider a fall-risk health assessment to implement preventive measures and ensure their safety at home.
Visiting Angels caregivers can help reduce fall risk through several types of home care. With companion care, we help your loved one maintain a safe, tidy home and help with day-to-day tasks such as light housekeeping, laundry, and errands.
If your loved one’s health increases their fall risk, personal care services can help with activities such as dressing, bathing, and mobility. Fall Prevention is key in several other Visiting Angels programs, including:
Most dangerous falls occur in or around the home. Visiting Angels can help you identify risk factors, such as:
Seniors can benefit from exercises like walking, tai chi, and yoga that improve balance and flexibility. Strength-training exercises using resistance bands or light weights can also help enhance muscle strength and stability.
Our professional caregivers can help implement these exercises safely and ensure they are appropriate for your loved one's fitness level.