Fall Prevention for Seniors
Regardless of the circumstances in which a senior’s first fall occurs, it can significantly impact their quality of life thereafter. The fear of falling can influence their desire to socialize, shake their confidence, and even threaten their independence. Although the physical effects of falling can be treated, caring for the mental and emotional consequences often requires a more personal touch.
Visiting Angels of Arlington Heights recognizes the fear of falling and supports seniors in finding the necessary resources to improve their quality of life without taking away their independence. Our fall prevention services and dedicated caregivers allow Arlington Heights seniors to live safely and independently while receiving assistance with the activities of daily life. We also offer numerous resources to assist seniors and their loved ones in many aspects of the aging journey.
What is Fall Prevention?
Visiting Angels’ fall prevention services reduce or eliminate fall risk hazards in a senior’s home or surrounding environment. Seniors who struggle with loss of strength, mobility concerns, or diminished sight often benefit the most from our home care services. At Visiting Angels, our caregivers also focus on the mental and emotional facets of care, in addition to the physical.
Learn more about what senior home care services are to discover how Visiting Angels of Arlington Heights puts local seniors first.
Visiting Angels Can Help Local Seniors
We may get used to falling in our youth, but unfortunately, falling in our golden years can have severe and even fatal consequences. A fall often immediately results in physical pain and the cost of medical care that goes with it. However, while physical wounds can heal, emotional and mental scars are not as easily addressed.
Indeed, Arlington Heights seniors may find the psychological ramifications of a fall more debilitating. A fall can often result in the inability to age in place independently. Seniors who have fallen may also experience a lack of confidence or fear of falling again, both of which can lead to social isolation and other drastic changes in normal behavior.
Private duty care can help seniors reduce their fall risk and accomplish many activities of daily living without hassle.
How We Approach Fall Prevention
Visiting Angels of Arlington Heights provides local seniors with the compassion and dedication only trained caregivers can offer. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive approach that incorporates the needs of seniors and their loved ones alike. At the core, our fall prevention services include a home safety assessment and a personalized care plan crafted by our care team.
Home Safety Assessments
It’s easy to surround ourselves with things that we love and objects that may hold a lifetime of memories. Yet the home environment can hold numerous fall hazards seniors may not be aware of. Visiting Angels’ non-invasive home safety assessment seeks to identify and resolve fall hazards to improve a senior’s quality of life and allow them to continue to safely age in place.
After identifying any fall risks, our care team also offers modification recommendations. For instance, many seniors can benefit from improved lighting around the home. Installing handrails at various intervals can also support seniors as they go about their day.
Personal Care Plans
While all fall prevention care plans share similar elements, Visiting Angels goes one step further, working with seniors and their loved ones to craft a custom-tailored care plan. These personalized plans incorporate a senior’s needs and any concerns spouses or family members may have.
Discover why Visiting Angels is one of the nation’s most trusted senior home care agencies, with over two decades of experience in uplifting seniors and their families to improve their quality of life.
Answers to Common Questions
Although fall prevention may seem straightforward, addressing a senior’s fall risk requires a more complex approach. Learn more about our services with the frequently asked questions below, or contact us to speak with a care coordinator directly.
When should Arlington Heights seniors begin fall prevention services?
It’s often best to begin sooner rather than later. Seniors don’t have to have fallen already to begin care. Indeed, a proactive approach can help seniors avoid the many negative outcomes associated with falling.
How does Visiting Angels assist with fall prevention?
Our care staff perform a non-intrusive home assessment to determine potential fall hazards and recommend modifications to further reduce fall risk. Our personalized care plans also incorporate a senior’s needs in determining how to best administer care.
How can spouses and family members provide support?
Spouses and family members play an important role in fall prevention. Loved ones are often the first point of contact for seniors who may fear falling or have already fallen. Visiting Angels helps to connect seniors and their families with the necessary resources to prevent (additional) falls and assist seniors in regaining confidence and an improved quality of life.
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Contact Us to Learn More
Fall prevention services help Arlington Heights seniors maintain their independence, gain confidence, and benefit from the support of compassionate caregivers who are more than willing to lend a helping hand. If you’re ready to get started, contact us or call us at 847-963-8944 to schedule a free consultation. With Visiting Angels by your side, you and your loved one can feel confident that you have a reliable partner in this journey.
Fall Prevention & Safety Program Available For:
Fall prevention services and safety care for senior residents of Arlington Heights, IL; Buffalo Grove, IL; Des Plaines, IL; Elk Grove Village, IL; Mount Prospect, IL; Rolling Meadows, IL; and the surrounding areas.
Serving Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Des Plaines, Elk Grove Village, Mt. Prospect and Rolling Meadows, IL
Visiting Angels ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL
415 W Golf Rd #32Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Phone: 847-963-8944
Fax: 888-233-7561