Falling is a big deal for older folks. It hurts them physically and also messes with their emotions and social life. When seniors fear falling, they miss out on parties and family get-togethers, and sometimes, they won't even want to leave their houses. This makes them feel anxious, lonely, and like social outcasts.

Don't let falls sneak up on you! Take charge of your home by identifying risk factors, addressing hazards, and ensuring safety. But wait, there's more! Chronic health problems and risky behavior also play a part in the fall game. Luckily, here at Visiting Angels Sunnyvale, we've assembled a team of compassionate superheroes ready and willing for the task. With our personalized approach to professional home care assistance, we're here in a flash, helping seniors in Sunnyvale, Los Gatos, San Jose, Campbell, Milpitas, Santa Clara, and all those incredible surrounding areas in Santa Clara County, CA stay safe and avoid those treacherous falls. Countless families have counted on our team since 2003 to help their loved ones stay safe as they age in place.

To schedule a free consultation, call Visiting Angels Sunnyvale at 408-735-0977.

All About Falls: What are the Risks and How Professional Home Care Assistance Can Reduce the Risks for Seniors in Sunnyvale, CA and Surrounding Areas

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, falls are the top cause of injury death for seniors. They can impede their ability to remain independent — making fall prevention a vital part of aging in place for seniors in Sunnyvale and surrounding areas.

Seniors are more likely to suffer falls than younger adults, with 1 in 3 seniors experiencing a severe fall yearly. This is due to risk factors that are more common among older adults, including:

• Poor coordination
• Decreased strength
• Limited mobility
• Health complications
• Reduced eyesight
• Hearing loss
• Taking multiple medications
• Stiff or painful joints
• Cognitive disorders

Seniors are also more likely to suffer serious injury when falls occur. In many cases, these injuries can have life-altering or life-threatening consequences.

Hip fractures are particularly dangerous. The recovery period for a hip fracture can take up to 12 months, may require transitional care at home, and has a significant risk of life-threatening complications. Most seniors never fully recover from a hip fracture, which can cause them to lose their independence.

The good news is you can reduce your loved one’s risk of falling. By arranging professional home care assistance from Visiting Angels Sunnyvale, you can help them get the support they need to remain safe and avoid potential risks so they can live out their golden years in their beloved home for as long as they wish.

How to Reduce the Risk of Falls at Home For Your Senior Loved One

Most dangerous falls happen at home. Fortunately, the Visiting Angels Safe and Steady® Fall Prevention Resource Guide can help. It will show you how to spot risks in your loved one's home and make it safer to prevent falls. We have over two decades of experience in helping seniors age in place, so you can count on our guidance to ensure your loved one's well-being and reduce their risk of falling and injuring themselves.

This guide includes essential information about the following:

• Physical, social, and emotional health impacts of falls on older adults
• Environmental risk factors that increase the likelihood of falls at home
• Design changes that can reduce your senior’s risk of an at-home fall
• Lifestyle changes that can further reduce fall risks for your senior
• Precautions you can take to reduce fall risks at home

The Safe and Steady® guide also includes a list of easy home modifications to reduce your loved one's risk of falling at home and a comprehensive home safety checklist.

How Fall Prevention from Visiting Angels Sunnyvale Can Help Your Loved One

Visiting Angels Sunnyvale’s caregivers can reduce your loved one's risk of falls in many ways, depending on the home care assistance they receive.

With companion care, our caregivers can your loved one maintain a safe and tidy home and lend a helping hand with day-to-day tasks such as light housekeeping, laundry, and running errands. That way, you won't have to worry about your loved one tripping over clutter on the floor or as they make their way to the washing machine.

If your senior’s health puts them at high risk for falls, Visiting Angels’ personal care services can also help with necessary activities such as dressing, bathing, and mobility. This can be especially helpful if you worry about your loved one's safety as they use the stairs or if you worry about them slipping on wet bathroom tile.

Fall prevention is also an essential part of several of our other specialized options for professional home care assistance, including:

• Dementia care
• Alzheimer's care
• Transitional care

Unlike other local caregiving agencies in Santa Clara County, Visiting Angels Sunnyvale personalizes care plans based on each individual client's needs, preferences, schedules, and other factors. That means your loved one can have reliable support from a caregiver when they need it most. Our Angels can help your loved one safely get out of bed in the morning and make their way downstairs for breakfast, accompany them as they take care of errands throughout the day, help them navigate the hallway if they need to get up in the middle of the night, assist them in getting out of the car when they arrive at their doctor's appointment, and so much more. Our custom-tailored, one-on-one approach to senior care has made us a highly trusted provider in Sunnyvale and surrounding areas since 2003.

Get Started With Fall Prevention from Visiting Angels Sunnyvale

If you're interested in getting started with fall prevention from Visiting Angels Sunnyvale, our care coordinator will schedule a free in-home consultation with you and your senior loved one so we can discuss our options for home care assistance and answer any questions you may have. Following the consultation, the coordinator will develop a personalized care plan and recommend a caregiver suited to your loved one’s unique needs.

With a Visiting Angels Sunnyvale caregiver by your loved one’s side, they will receive compassionate and dedicated home care assistance — and you will receive peace of mind.

Contact our Sunnyvale, CA office to get started!