Health & Fitness
Be Free from Fear of Falling
Seniors who are at risk for falls can prevent injuries with the assistance of caregivers.
The risk of falling increases with age, and the fear of falling holds many seniors back from regular activities like leaving the house to go shopping, mingle with friends, or run errands. This fear is legitimate, since some may have been traumatized from their last fall, or they may have witnessed friends unable to recover from a fall. Seniors with osteoporosis are more likely to suffer from irrevocable damage.
To combat the fear of falling, it would be helpful to hire a caregiver who will exercise with you and be on stand-by assistance to make sure you don’t lost your balance. Exercise strengthens muscles and reinforces balance. Making changes around the house like adding extra handrails will help reduce the chances of falling. The presence of a caregiver will ease a senior’s anxiety because the elderly won’t have to worry about being alone in case an emergency happens.
A-1 Home Care provides caregivers for any type of occasion. We are open 24 hours a day, including holidays, for your convenience. If you or a loved one is worried about any risks of falling, don’t take any chances by putting off preventive measures. Call (626) 287-0250 or visit our website www.altadenainhomecare.com for more information.