One fall can completely alter a Seniors life...The potential for painful and long term recovery to the way that a seniors freedoms and ability to age in place can change on a dime can with a "simple" fall. Why are seniors more prone to falling and injury that can have such catastrophic effects on their overall life? Are there proactive steps and measures that can be taken that even the most detail oriented caregivers miss when making sure their loved one is in a "fall free" environment? Yes, and we share how to help your loved one avoid falls and also understand why they may be more prone along with solutions when there is a fall and what to expect.
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