April 6, 2020
senior fall prevention
Winter Safety Tips For Seniors: Preventing Falls In Toronto’s Elderly
Winter is upon us. It is snowing. It is icy. The days are short and the temperatures are freezing. Conditions are dangerous, especially for seniors and the elderly. Good thing there are plenty of tips on preventing falls in during these cold winter months.
Elderly Falls: Tips For Preventing Falls Among Canada’s Seniors
About one third of the senior population over the age of 65 falls each year, but since many incidents go unreported by seniors and unrecognized by family members or caregivers – this estimate is most likely quite low. Falls are the leading cause of death from injury among people 65 and older, and the risk of falls increases proportionately with age. At 80 years, over half of seniors fall annually.
Fall Prevention In Seniors: Taking Care During The Winter Months
Each year, one in every three adults age 65 and older falls. A variety of studies have shown a high correlation between cold weather and an increase in falls among older adults, too. The chances for falls in colder weather increases significantly after age 65, and dramatically for seniors 75 years and older.
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