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Falls are the leading cause of injury among adults aged 65+, while most fall-related accidents occur in the victim’s home. Age-related changes such as declining hearing and vision, bone density loss, and balance issues can all place independent seniors at risk.
One of the biggest fears for that aged 65-and-over is tripping and falling. In fact, one-in-four older Americans trip and fall every year, and falls are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries in the elderly population.
For many persons aged 65-and-over the bathroom is one of the most dangerous spots in the home. A bathroom’s slick surfaces, sharp corners, trip hazards and tight spaces all provide a recipe for accidental falls and serious injuries. For many family caregivers, making a senior’s bathroom safer is an important way to help ensure their at-home independence.
Many elderly Americans live with a fear of falling, and for good reason. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), during an average year 2.8 million seniors are injured in falls, resulting in 800,000 hospitalizations and over 27,000 fatalities. Furthermore, the CDC reports that the annual likelihood of an elderly person sustaining a serious fall, at home or elsewhere, is 1 in 3.
Maintaining healthy body balance is one of the most important tasks for people of any age, but this is especially true for seniors. Often, we ignore balance problems, assuming that it is just a part of growing older. But balance difficulties can cause a wide variety of issues, one of the most dangerous being an increased risk of falling. But thankfully, there are ways to keep yourself or your family member well-balanced and out of an elderly home. Really, all it takes is a little exercise and self-care.
Taking a bath or shower is something most of us do on a daily basis without a second thought. But for an aging senior who’s living at home, bathing can be intimidating due to cognitive impairment, frailty and poor balance. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), roughly 230,000 Americans a year get injured in their bathrooms, and that most of those accidents result from bathtub slips and falls experienced by people over age 65. Elderly persons annually experience cuts, bruises, and even bone fractures from bathing-related falls requiring medical attention. And if you are currently looking after a senior [...]
We New Englanders live with wide seasonal changes. We prepare for extended periods of cold. Spring’s mild temperatures lead to long, muggy days when we welcome air conditioning! We pride ourselves on being ready for anything nature sends our way. But are we? This article offers tips for helping your elder parent stay safe during our lovely summer days! Safe Fun in the Sun! Regardless of skin type, your parent can promote skin health by using ultraviolet ray (UV) protection. Steps include use of UV protective eyeglasses, and wearing a wide brimmed hat and loose clothing with ample coverage. It is [...]
We expect young children to fall as they begin to walk. We know one is bound to fall when learning new skills like how to ice skate. Yet as we age, we become afraid of falling. This fear is realistic: Falls are a leading cause of injury or death for people over 65. People in this age group who live at home fall at a rate of one person in four each year. Of these, one quarter will have a serious injury. These numbers show that you have good reason to be worried about a parent falling! Risk Factors for Falling [...]
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