Falling is the most common way that seniors get hurt. There are many different things that can cause seniors to fall at home, including environmental factors. Medication can cause seniors to be dizzy, or to have poor balance, or to be so tired that they don’t watch where they are walking. Medical conditions can cause vertigo and other symptoms that can lead to falls. Poor mobility or loss of muscle mass can make it difficult for seniors to walk property which can cause them to trip or stumble. When seniors have 24-hour home care, someone is always there to help them by helping prevent falls and make their home safe.
Environmental Factors
Environmental factors in the home are one of the most common reasons why seniors fall at home. Things like area rugs that aren’t taped down so seniors catch their foot on the edge and trip. Or a loose stair railing that breaks and causes a senior to fall. Or even a cord that isn’t safely pinned up or tucked out of harm’s way that causes a senior to trip and fall. Many seniors fall in the bathroom or shower because the floor is slippery or because they don’t have appropriate grab bars to help them balance and stand. Seniors with 24-hour home care always have someone with them to help them avoid falls caused by environmental factors.
Medication
If seniors are taking medication that makes them feel dizzy they should let the doctor know so that their medication can be adjusted. If they need to stay on medication that makes them feel groggy, fatigued, or dizzy seniors can lower the risk of falling at home by making sure that the home has enough safety features that they can get around the house safely even if they are feeling dizzy. Things like handrails and benches placed in the hallways so that seniors can sit down if they need to can help prevent falls.
Poor Eyesight
Seniors that are experiencing changes in their eyesight which could cause falls need to see an eye doctor for a checkup. New glasses could eliminate the risk of falls due to not being able to see a step or an obstruction in front of them. Seniors with poor eyesight can also have family or a caregiver install better lighting so that your senior parent can see the path in front of them more clearly.
Floor level LED lights can be a huge help to seniors as they get walk around the house, up and down stairs, and down long hallways.
Poor Mobility
Seniors who have trouble walking should always use a cane or walker at home to make sure that they can get around the house safely and lower their risk of falls.
If you or an aging loved one are considering 24-Hour Home Care in Allen, TX, contact the caring staff at HomeWell Care Services Plano TX today. Call (469) 596-6500
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