Falls are one of the most serious health risks facing older adults today. According to the CDC, 1...
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8 Reasons Why Seniors Shuffle Their Feet
Changes in the way we walk are common with aging, but one pattern families often notice (and worry...
Selecting the Best Shoes for Senior Fall Prevention
As seniors age, their feet undergo natural changes that make choosing proper footwear essential....
Bathroom Safety Tips for Family Caregivers: Preventing Senior Falls at Home
For many aging adults, the bathroom can be one of the most dangerous rooms in the house. Hard,...
INFOGRAPHIC: Fall Prevention Fact Sheet
Falls are one of the greatest health threats facing older adults. According to the Centers for...
What Doctors Check After an Elderly Fall (and Why It Matters)
Falls are one of the greatest threats to senior independence. According to the Centers for Disease...
Essential Home Modifications to Prevent Senior Falls
Each year, 1 in 4 older adults falls, according to the CDC. These falls are the leading cause of...
How to Assess Fall Risk for Seniors & Prevent Falls at Home
Falls are one of the greatest threats to senior independence. According to the Centers for Disease...
A Family Caregiver’s Guide to Senior Home Safety Assessments
Keeping an aging loved one safe at home often comes down to spotting small hazards before they...
Senior Safety: Learning to Fall
Falls are the leading cause of injury and injury-related death in seniors. In fact, one in four...
Great Fall Prevention Exercises for Seniors
Falls are the leading cause of injury among older adults, with 1 in 4 seniors experiencing a fall...
Why Older Adults Fall Out of Bed at Night
Falls from bed in the middle of the night are a common concern among caregivers and families of...