Safe Spaces: Navigating Fall Prevention for Aging Parents

Did you know? Each year more than one in four older adults, age 65 and older, experience a fall, resulting in about 3 million emergency department visits, 950,000 hospitalizations and 32,000 deaths. Many of these falls are preventable. (CDC)

According to a recent report from Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), falls are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries in this age group. About 20-30 percent of these falls result in moderate to severe injuries, leading to reduced mobility, independence, and an increased risk of premature death. Shockingly, in 2019, 88 percent of older adult hip fractures were caused by falls.

In this episode entitled "Safe Spaces: Navigating Fall Prevention for Aging Parents," we connect with Kisha Steineger, Certified Senior Advisor® and Senior Care Consultant of CarePatrol Northeast Kansas. Join us as she provides tips, insights, and ideas on the critical topic of fall prevention.

Listen in to hear about the following:

• Discover common causes of falls among aging adults and how families can identify potential risks in the home
• Learn how families can support their aging parents with maintaining mobility and independence while also ensuring their safety
• Find out how to initiate conversations about fall prevention and how to make key points
• Listen to real stories from past clients about the importance of fall prevention
• Stay proactive in monitoring and adapting aging parents’ fall prevention strategies
• Create fall prevention plans with the help of a healthcare professional
• Gain insights on helpful resources and support networks available to you

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