Is it time to think about preventing falls? You might be thinking about yourself or a loved one who might be at risk of falling. The NIA (National Institute on Aging) offers tips on preventing falls room by room.
- Floors, stairways, and hallways
- Bathrooms
- Bedrooms
- Kitchen
- Outdoor spaces
- Other living areas
On the NIA website you’ll find tips additional tips. For example, how to get help with devices such as a necklace or bracelet that can alert 911 or carrying a well-charged mobile or cordless phone as you move around the house or yard.
Click here to visit the NIA website Preventing Falls at Home
Many state and local governments have education and/or home modification programs to help older adults prevent calls. Click to Search Eldercare Locator to find your local health department. Typing in your zip code will give you a list of the services in your area.
