{"id":5944,"date":"2019-03-09T21:11:37","date_gmt":"2019-03-09T21:11:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alwaysbestcare.com\/blog\/2019\/03\/09\/preventing-falls-with-elder-care-services\/"},"modified":"2019-03-09T21:11:37","modified_gmt":"2019-03-09T21:11:37","slug":"preventing-falls-with-elder-care-services","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/oakville\/resources\/preventing-falls-with-elder-care-services\/","title":{"rendered":"Preventing falls with elder care services"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-18 alignleft\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/2-300x245.jpg\" alt=\"Image of Preventing falls with elder care services\" width=\"300\" height=\"245\" title=\"\"><\/a>Reducing the risk of falls in and around the home of your elder loved one will enable them to continue an independent, healthy life.<\/p>\n<div class=\"separators-custom-box-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"separators-custom-box\">\n            <div class=\"cta_title\">In-home Caregiver in Oakville<\/div>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/oakville\" class=\"c-btn -small -inverted has-icon icon-right\">\n                <span class=\"c-btn__txt\">\n                    GET IN TOUCH           \n                <\/span>\n                <span class=\"c-btn__ico\">\n                    <svg width=\"30\" height=\"30\" class=\"ASD icon icon-lib-icon-arrow1 contact-info__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\">\n                        <use xlink:href=\"#lib-icon-arrow1\"><\/use>\n                    <\/svg>            \n                <\/span>\n            <\/a>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<p>Each year, 2 million seniors are treated in emergency rooms throughout the United States following falls. Injuries can be long-term, including traumatic brain, stress and hip fractures. By taking proactive steps, and enlisting <a href=\"\/in-home-care\/\">elder care services,<\/a> you can minimize the threat.<\/p>\n<p><b>Elder care services fall prevention<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Taking regular exercise that maintains muscle strength, particularly in the legs, can reduce the risk of falls. Balance-related activities like Tai Chi and yoga may also be of benefit.<\/p>\n<p>If your elder loved one is taking medications, know that some come with side effects such as drowsiness. Have your doctor review the medication to reduce this risk and notify <a href=\"\/in-home-care\/\">elder care services<\/a> of any additions to an established medication regime.<\/p>\n<p><b>Elder care services home safety<\/b><\/p>\n<p>A clutter-free home is less likely to contain tripping hazards. Make sure all walkways are clear of clothes, shoes and books, and secure all rug and carpet edges.<\/p>\n<p>Add a little water and the bathroom can fast become a high-slip zone. Invest in handrails, strong lighting and slip-proof mats.<\/p>\n<div class=\"separators-custom-box-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"separators-custom-box\">\n            <div class=\"cta_title\">In-home Care Services in Oakville<\/div>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcarecanada.ca\/oakville\" class=\"c-btn -small -inverted has-icon icon-right\">\n                <span class=\"c-btn__txt\">\n                    GET IN TOUCH           \n                <\/span>\n                <span class=\"c-btn__ico\">\n                    <svg width=\"30\" height=\"30\" class=\"icon icon-lib-icon-arrow1 contact-info__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\">\n                        <use xlink:href=\"#lib-icon-arrow1\"><\/use>\n                    <\/svg>            \n                <\/span>\n            <\/a>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Reducing the risk of falls in and around the home of your elder loved one will enable them to continue an independent, healthy life. Each year, 2 million seniors are treated in emergency rooms throughout the United States following falls. Injuries can be long-term, including traumatic brain, stress and hip fractures. 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