How Seniors Can Reduce the Risk of Falls

Senior Safety  |  August 1, 2019

What Every Senior in Edmonton, AB, Needs to Know About Falls and Risk Reduction

Reduce the Risk of Falls | It’s important for seniors to reduce the risk of falls. Falls are the number one cause of injury for seniors and they often lead to serious health problems such as disability, fractures, head trauma, and chronic pain. Older adults who fall not only double their chances of falling again but also put their independence and quality of life at risk. Preventing these accidents can greatly improve one’s chances of staying healthy and independent.

As they age, seniors face many health issues that can cause accidents. Muscle weakness, heart disease, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia, malnutrition, low blood pressure, poor vision, ear infections, or sensitivity in the legs or feet are all risk factors.

Reduce the Risk of Falls with These Five Tips:

Tip #1 – Minimize trip hazards:

While most families pay attention to obvious fall hazards such as stairs and slippery shower floors, many overlook less obvious features that can cause serious injuries as well. Loose rugs, certain types of carpeting, and dimly lit hallways can lead to accidents. Fall-proofing the home and installing safety devices can help.

Tip #2 – Evaluate footwear:

Shoes that don’t fit properly, are slippery, or do not offer support can cause balance problems that lead to falls. Fortunately, there is a lot of footwear that is safe as well as stylish.

Tip #3 – Know the effects of medication:

Seniors who take medications regularly should consult with their doctor and learn whether their meds have unwanted side effects such as dizziness or balance issues.

Tip #4 – Nutrition and exercise:

Weakness in the legs and feet can often cause balance problems. However, healthy eating and exercise habits can prevent these risk factors.

Tip #5 – Focus on mental health:

Studies have shown that there is a correlation between senior depression and falls. Positive mental health can improve many aspects of a senior’s life, as well as reduce the risk of falls. To improve the physical and mental quality of life seniors should stay connected to their loved ones, engage in fun activities, and find a sense of purpose.

Although some families consider fall prevention only when their loved one is already hurt, taking precautions beforehand is a strategy that could significantly improve a senior’s quality of life.

Comfort Keepers® Edmonton is Proud to Offer a Wide Range of Home Senior Care Services

Our trained caregivers will ensure your loved one is comfortable, independent and safe in their home. On top of that, we will also aim to enhance their overall health, quality of life and general happiness. 

Top-Notch Home Healthcare for Seniors in Edmonton, Alberta

Comfort Keepers of Edmonton offers a broader range of senior care services. We offer retirement care, respite care, senior care, companionship care, end-of-life care, post-surgery care, palliative care, personal care, and senior living transition services. If you are concerned about the health and well-being of your aging loved ones, we can provide 24-hour care and more!

Helping Seniors Age-in-Place with Companionship Care and Interactive Caregiving™

Empathetic care starts in the heart and allows us to meet our client’s needs. Our trained caregivers are selected with one specific quality in mind, empathy. We strive to stimulate our clients emotionally, mentally and socially, thus enhancing their overall quality of life. 

Our Interactive Caregiving™ provides a system of care that addresses companionship, safety, nutrition, mind, body, and activities of daily living (ADLs). The system increases seniors’ sense of well-being, independence and companionship by focusing on Senior Mind, Senior Body, Senior Nutrition, and Senior Safety.

Affordable and Client-Directed Homecare is Available for Qualifying Albertans

Comfort Keepers® Edmonton is an Approved Service Provider for the Client Directed Homecare Invoicing (CDHCI) Program Offered by Alberta Health Services. 

What is the Client Directed Home Care Invoicing Program (CDHCI)?

CDHCI is a great program provided by Alberta Health Services (AHS), allowing clients to choose an approved agency like Comfort Keepers Edmonton for Personal Care, Respite Care and Homemaking needs. The chosen agency can then bill AHS directly for services rendered for approved hours through Alberta Blue Cross. Read more about the program HERE.

Accredited Home Care Edmonton

Comfort Keepers® Edmonton was awarded the “Accredited with Exemplary Standing” seal by Accreditation Canada. This honour demonstrates Comfort Keepers’ commitment to offering safe, high-quality home care to its senior clients in Edmonton, AB.

To learn more about senior in-home care in Edmonton, contact the Comfort Keepers® office. Our service territory includes Edmonton, Devon, Sherwood Park, Stony Plain and surrounding areas, contact the Comfort Keepers Edmonton office at 780-465-4665.

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