Each year in the U.S., one in three older adults falls. Falls can be caused by many factors, including home safety issues, problems with one's balance or vision, lack of muscle strength , etc.

1. Fall Prevention

2. Fall Risks - Facts
1. www.cdc.gov/HomeandRecreationalSafety/Falls/fallcost.html
2. www.cdc.gov/HomeandRecreationalSafety/Falls/adultfalls.html
• Each year in the U.S., one in three
older adults falls. ¹
• Annually, about 2.5 million older
adults go to the emergency room
for injuries sustained in a fall.¹
• Falls are the leading cause of
deaths due to injury, nonfatal
injuries, emergency room
treatments and hospital
admissions for seniors.²

3. Fall Risks - Factors
• Balance problems as a side effect of
taking multiple medications
• Vision problems
• Lack of muscle strength or balance
• Rising too quickly after sitting or lying down

4. Home Safety Issues
Falls can be caused by:
• Inadequate lighting
• Lack of railings for stairs and bathrooms
• Objects on the floor
• Unsecured throw rugs
• Loose or torn carpeting

5. Falls can be prevented.
ComForCare/At Your Side offers
free fall prevention assessments,
where we:
• Review medical history and
medications
• Assess gait and balance
• Recommend resources to obtain home safety devices
such as handrails and shower chairs
• Suggest removing hazards and improving safety in
each room of the home
• Provide resources for additional care, if needed

6. A premier provider of private duty home care services with
locations throughout the United States and international locations
in Canada and the U.K.
For a location near you, call:
800-886-4044
Supporting independence, dignity and quality of life
ComForCare Health Care Holdings, Inc.
2520 Telegraph Road, Suite 201
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
www.ComForCare.com