Falls in the elderly are an immensely serious threat. Up to one in four seniors will experience a fall, and after falling, the risk of falling again doubles. Senior falls often bring about emergency room visits, fractures, head injuries, and hospitalizations – not to mention the expense related to falls: approximately $50 billion each year. Contact us online or call us at 618-667-8400 to learn more about how we can help prevent falls for seniors.
Falls tend to be more common in older adults for an assortment of reasons:
So what exactly can you do in order to help the older adults you love protect against a dangerous fall? There are a number of steps you can take. Encourage your senior loved ones to:
If a senior does have a fall, even if it does not seem to have resulted in injury, contact his or her doctor for an evaluation and further recommendations to prevent another fall.
For a no-cost in-home assessment and to learn more about our trusted elder care in Edwardsville, IL and the surrounding areas, contact Morning Glory Home Care’s aging care experts any time at 618-667-8400. We can design an individualized plan of care to handle any challenges and to make life safer and more enjoyable for older adults at home.
Whether the need is for just a couple hours of respite care each week or around-the-clock live-in care, Morning Glory Home Care, providers of top-rated elder care in Edwardsville, IL and nearby areas, is here with the solution you need. Call us today!
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