Let’s work together to minimize fall risk and promote a safer living space.
Falls are a significant concern for seniors because they can cause serious injuries and health complications. At Yellow Butterfly Home Care, we have fall prevention strategies that reduce fall risk. Our caregivers thoroughly assess seniors’ homes to identify potential fall hazards and recommend safety improvements. We also help those with mobility issues by transferring, ambulating, and encouraging them to use assistive devices.
Our staff is trained to provide care based on each client’s needs. We learn what fall prevention measures are needed for clients, but we look for loose rugs, clutter, poor lighting, and a lack of stair handrails. We identify these hazards during a home safety assessment and mitigate risks by securing rugs, clearing walkways, and installing adequate lighting and handrails. In bathrooms, we use fall prevention items such as non-slip mats and grab bars in the shower or bathtub. Cluttered countertops, hard-to-reach items, and slippery floors all pose hazards in the kitchen. We can reorganize the kitchen to keep frequently used items within easy reach, clean up spills immediately, and place non-slip mats near the sink.
Falls are a leading cause of injury and hospitalization among older adults. Making changes to the home environment reduces fall risk, but we also consider assistive devices such as walkers, canes, and wheelchairs that can help with stability. Poor vision and hearing can contribute to falls as well. If our caregivers notice a client struggling with either of these, they will try to get help.
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FAQs About Fall Prevention
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are around 3 million emergency department visits each year due to senior falls. Falls can be serious and even fatal for seniors in some situations, so preventing them as much as possible is essential. Below, you will find answers to several frequently asked questions about fall prevention. Contact us if you have other questions about fall prevention or how we can help.
What are some of the common causes of falls for seniors?
Seniors can fall for many different reasons. Often, they may trip and fall because of environmental hazards like stairs, slippery floors, unsecured rugs, and clutter in their homes, but these are not the only causes. Some falls may be caused by health conditions like heart disease, diabetes, thyroid issues, and blood vessel issues that affect seniors’ balance. Impaired vision and certain medications are also possible causes of falls in seniors.
Are there ways to prevent falls other than home modifications?
While we assess seniors’ homes to help with removing environmental hazards and incorporating assistance like grab bars and devices like canes, these aren’t the only ways to help prevent falls. Seniors can also reduce their risk of falls by getting regular checkups with their primary doctor, wearing sturdy shoes, staying physically active to improve their balance if possible, and taking supplements.
What fractures can be prevented by preventing falls?
Common fractures that result from falls in seniors include fractures of the spine, hip, pelvis, leg, upper arm, forearm, ankle, and hand.
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At Yellow Butterfly Home Care, we proudly offer fall prevention services for the elderly and disabled in Mocksville, Hamptonville, Cooleemee, East Bend, Winston-Salem, Pfafftown, Lewisville, Boonville, Clemmons, Bermuda Run, and Advance, North Carolina.