Fall Prevention

• Tips for Preventing Falls
• Products for Preventing Falls
  

For more ideas on ways to research and make wise choices, we recommend the following resources:

Guidelines for the Prevention of Falls in Older Persons
Information for caregivers and family members of the elderly on methods to prevent falls in the elderly population.

International Fall Prevention Institute
This site contains information on statistics and helpful links for fall prevention.

Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Contains information on how to identify elderly who are at risk for falls, and how to prevent falls in those individuals.

Tremblay, K. R. and C. E. Barner, "Preventing Falls in the Elderly,"Colorado State University Extension
Causes and prevention of falls in the elderly population.

The AGS Foundation for Health in Aging consumer pamphlet "A patient's guide to preventing falls"
An informational pamphlet on preventing falls in the geriatric community.

Improve Balance: The AGS Foundation for Health in Aging
An informational pamphlet on ways to improve balance in 10 minutes a day.

Reduce Risk of Falling: The AGS Foundation for Health in Aging
An informational pamphlet on ways to reduce your risk of falling.

Danger of Falls in Elderly: The AGS Foundation for Health in Aging
Information on the danger of falls in the elderly community.

More helpful information from Practical Care Continuum:
Communication Strategies
Suggestions for Communicating
Reduce Your Risk of Stroke
Making Life More Comfortable After a Stroke
Creating a Safe Environment
Heimlich Maneuver
Parkinson's Safe Home
AHA List of Questions
Checklist of Information Before Appointment
Diagnosis List
Determining Type of Care
IRS Independent Contractor Brochure
Home Care Checklist
Assessing Needs to Remain at Home with Assistance