Healthy Living
Preventing Falls at Home for Seniors
Preventing Falls at Home for SeniorsAging well also means aging safely. This means preventing falls.Since more than seventy percent of all falls occur at home, follow this checklist to help reduce the risk of falling.Do: Make sure that you have good bright lighting in your home. Use night-lights in your bedroom, hall and bathroom.Do: Make sure rugs are firmly fastened to the floor or use nonskid backing. Remove throw rugs if possible.Do: Move electrical cords so they are not lying on the floor in walking areas.Do: Put handrails in your bathroom for bath, shower and toilet use. And a non-slip mat in the shower.Do: Always use handrails for support on the stairs and make sure stairs are well lit.Other tips to help you prevent the possibility of falling…Do: Stay active. Being active increases your strength and balance.Do: Have your eyes and hearing checked – wear eyeglasses and hearing aids.Do: After taking medication take your time before standing and walking.Medication side effects can increase your risk of falls. Dizziness, sleepiness, and loss of balance.Do Not: Drink too much alcohol. Any alcohol can throw off your balance and coordination.Do Not:Get too little rest. When you are tired you are more apt to fall.As you age you are at increased risk for falling and the damage that it can cause.Follow this checklist to help you lessen your risk for falling so you can age safely.This program is for informational purposes only. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness,or suitability of this video for medical decision making. For all health related issues please contact your healthcare provider.VER60384A EN PreventingFallsatHomeforSeniors.pdf© The Wellness NetworkPage 1 of 1
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