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Many of us are unaware that falls are the leading cause of injury death of people over the age of 65, and the most common cause of hospital admissions. 1 out of every 3 seniors who lives independently in their homes will experience a major fall each year. Of those who fracture a hip, 50% cannot return home to independent living, and as many as 20% will not survive one year. We will share numerous easy strategies that can be learned and implemented to make it safer at home, minimize the risk of a debilitating fall and increase your potential to remain at home and live independently for as long as possible
Personal Aid Nurse & Home Care Inc is proud to be the Brentwood and East County area’s “resident experts” in fall prevention. Let us share some ideas with your family, friends, company, organization, or group about how to prevent one of the most catastrophic events in the life of a senior citizen.
Did you know that:
- 70% of accidental deaths in people over the age of 75 result from falls
- We spend $79 billion in medical costs each year on accidents attributable to falls
- 40% of all nursing home admissions are attributable to repeated falls at home
- 1 out of every 3 seniors who lives independently in their homes will seek medical care for a major fall each year? If you are over 75, the likelihood of falling is even greater.
- 25% of seniors who suffer hip fractures die within one year
- Survivors of falls may experience debilitating fractures of the hip, wrists or spine
- Falling, or the fear of falling, often times leads to loss of confidence, imposed isolation and immobility
As you can see, the consequences of falling are very serious to senio