Caregivers in Boynton Beach: Fall Prevention Tips

Perhaps the biggest safety concern for seniors is the risk of falling. It is estimated 1 in 3 seniors will fall during the course of a year. Of those that fall, 1 in 5 will suffer a serious injury such as broken bone or concussion. Falls are the number one cause of hip fractures for seniors. Unfortunately, many elderly adults never recover fully from a broken hip or other fall injuries. There are many reasons why seniors are at an increased risk of falls as they age. Some common factors which contribute to falling include poor vision, the effects of medications, limited mobility, unsteady gait, drops in blood pressure, muscle weakness, and more. Caregivers from our referral network can help your loved one in Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, and Boca Raton.

How You Can Help Prevent Falls with Services from our Referral Network in Boynton Beach 

There are things you can do to help elderly parents or loved ones avoid falls. Understanding risk factors and knowing your loved one's limitations are important aspects of keeping them safe. Caregivers registered with Visiting Angels^® Delray Beach FL recommends families throughout Boynton Beach take the following precautions to help their loved ones avoid falls:

• Be aware of your loved one's medications and whether they list dizziness as a side effect
• Report any near falls to your loved one's doctor to have them assess their fall risk
• Make sure your loved one has regular physical activity to keep their muscles strong
• Check for clutter or objects on the floor, such as power cords, rugs, blankets, etc...
• Make sure hallways and stairwells are well lit and your loved one can clearly see where steps end
• Consider shower safety such as grab bars and non-slip padding for the bathtub
• Check to see if slippers or footwear fit properly, with no flopping or slippery soles

How Visiting Angels' Nurse Registry of Delray Beach Can Help

Visiting Angels Delray Beach helps families throughout Boynton Beach keep their loved ones safe by providing referrals of independent senior care professionals who can help. Caregivers can assist with walking, transferring, dressing, bathing, running errands, preparing meals, light housekeeping, and much more to help decrease your loved one's risk of falling.

If you have an elderly loved one in the Boynton Beach area who is concerned about falling, consider working with caregivers referred from Visiting Angels Delray Beach. Call our nurse registry today to learn more.