Many seniors these days are choosing to spend their golden years at home. If your parent shares the same goal, you might worry about their safety, especially when you are not watching them. After all, seniors are prone to falls that can lead to serious physical injuries. At Visiting Angels Carlisle, we offer a fall prevention program to ensure the safety and well-being of elderly and disabled adults in Carlisle, Gettysburg, Chambersburg, and surrounding areas in PA. As a part of our senior care services, our caregivers can identify and address risk factors on time and prevent accidents from occurring.

Call Visiting Angels of Carlisle at 717-241-5900 to schedule a free consultation.

Senior Care Services in Carlisle, Gettysburg, Chambersburg, PA, and Nearby Cities

A fall can profoundly affect a loved one's social and emotional well-being and drastically alter their quality of life. Fall victims among the elderly often avoid going out and missing out on important social and recreational activities because they are afraid they may hurt themselves. Feelings of isolation, worry, despair, and melancholy may quickly set in when a person acts out of fear of falling again.

A large number of older adults suffer from fall-related ailments each year, including fractures, concussions, shattered hips, and more. Sadly, the risk of further falls increases for older persons who have fallen before. The average number of persons hospitalized each year due to falls exceeds 800,000, and the time it takes to recover fully can reach one year. Your loved one may stay in the comfort of their home as they age with the help of our elder care services.

Accidents Can Occur At Any Time!

Risk factors often cause falls, and many accidents can be easily prevented by identifying them on time. A risk factor can be related to one's physical condition, a medical issue, or the home environment. For example, seniors who are taking several medications throughout the day and those who have poor eyesight are more prone to falling.

In addition, a lack of grab bars, loose rugs, and poorly lit rooms can also be risk factors. Our caregivers can assess your loved one's home and recommend changes needed to increase your parent's safety.

How Can Professional Senior Care Services Help Elderly Adults Avoid Falls?

At Visiting Angels Carlisle, we are committed to investing in educating seniors, their families, and our caregivers throughout Cumberland, Franklin, and Adams Counties about ways to reduce falls. By preventing these accidents, we can increase your loved one's quality of life and ensure their independence. Our fall prevention program includes various in-home care services that focus on reducing the chances of falling.

Some of the ways we help seniors stay safe include:

• Providing mobility assistance so seniors can safely navigate their home
• Assisting with light housekeeping to remove clutter and keep walkways clear
• Preparing delicious, balanced meals so seniors can get the nutrients needed to keep their strength up throughout the day
• Providing medication reminders and quickly responding if seniors experience any side effects that could negatively impact their safety
• And more

To learn how our senior care services can help your loved one avoid falls, contact our Carlisle office or our drop sites in Gettysburg and Chambersburg today.