Some simple facts on falls:
1) Falls are the number 5 leading cause of death among seniors.
2) Adults over 65 have a 40% chance of falling each year!
50% of seniors who fall require help to get up and
half of those cannot live independently again.
3) 70% of all accidental deaths in people over the age of 75 are due to falls.
4) Through some simple interventions, you can reduce your risk of falling by 40%!
A Turnkey Solution to Fall Prevention: Keep Your Seniors Safe
Learn about our new training program.
Tools from Liberty In Home Care to help reduce your risk of falling:
Interview on reducing falls: Part-1 Part-2 Part-3
Home Safety and Fall Prevention Checklist – Use to help reduce your risk of falling
Getting up from a Fall – Your Guide to Fall Recovery - What to do if you have fallen
We also offer free programs and seminars to help prevent falls:
Church Groups, Senior Centers and Other Groups
We hold free Fall Prevention and Recovery Seminars to help seniors and their family members reduce their risk of falling. These sessions last anywhere from ½ hour to an hour and can be tailored to meet your needs. You can request a free seminar by calling 610-254-9440 or by emailing us at: Training@LibertyCares.com
Social Workers, Discharge Planners and Case Managers
We hold a Fall Prevention and Recovery Class that is approved for 2 continuing education credits by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists & Professional Counselors. This class is free and can be held at our training facility or your location. You can request a free class by calling 610-254-9440 or by emailing us at: Training@LibertyCares.com
Another good resource for fall prevention and recovery information is www.FallHelp.org
