Fall Prevention

Caring and Compassionate Homecare can play a pivotal role in reducing the risk of falls for your aging loved one at home. We will equip you and your family with essential knowledge and action steps to lower the risk of hospitalizations and serious injury for your loved one at home.
 
Our experienced caregivers provide hands-on assistance with mobility, ensuring your loved one moves safely around their home. We also help identify and address potential fall hazards, such as loose rugs, poor lighting, or cluttered walkways, creating a safer living environment.
 
We strive to enhance your loved one's independence while minimizing the risk of falls.
 

Your Safe Fall Prevention Program

 Through our Your Safe Fall Prevention program—specifically designed to mitigate slips, trips, and falls among the elderly—our caregivers receive specialized training to develop fall avoidance strategies tailored to each senior’s individual needs and home environment. By fostering safe mobility and ensuring a secure living space, we empower seniors to uphold their independence and enjoy a high quality of life with confidence.

Why Fall Prevention Is Important for Seniors

At Caring and Compassionate Homecare we know how much older adults want to live at home for as long as possible. However, remaining safe and comfortable at home alone can be challenging and sometimes impossible.

As your loved one ages, they may lose mobility, strength, and coordination, which can impede their daily activities and routines. As a result, they may also lose their independence and self-worth.

 Caring and Compassionate Homecare offers a safe, affordable alternative to assisted living—even if your loved one needs Alzheimer’s care or dementia care.

 

Seniors are also more likely to suffer significant injuries when falls occur. Hip fractures are particularly common and dangerous for them. The recovery period can take up to a year, may require transitional care at home, and can be life-threatening. Most seniors never fully recover from a hip fracture, which can cause them to lose their autonomy at home.

You can decrease your loved one's risk of falling by making changes in their home environment and being aware of their health changes. Assess your aging parent's fall risk with the CDC's Timed Up and Go test.