Fall Recovery Care and Prevention Services In Dallas-Fort Worth
As seniors age, balance and mobility concerns can increase the risk of slips, trips, and falls. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, falls are the leading cause of injury in the elderly. At least one in four elderly adults fall each year.
A Place At Home – DFW Northwest provides fall recovery care and prevention services to seniors in Texas, enabling them to stay safe and comfortable at home.
Seniors often fall due to decreased muscle strength, poor balance, and slower reflexes, making it harder to recover from a trip or slip. Home hazards such as loose rugs, poor lighting, and uneven surfaces contribute significantly to fall risks. Common fall injuries include hip or wrist fractures, bruises, and sprains. Other bone fractures to the arm, pelvis, and ankle can also occur.
A Place At Home’s northwestern Dallas caregivers are specially trained to identify common risks and intervene to prevent falls in older adults. We offer compassionate, professional caregivers committed to improving the lives of seniors in our community.
We provide personalized fall prevention measures that include:
- Initial fall assessment to identify risk and fuel prevention.
- A personalized initial care plan addressing the specific needs of you or your loved one.
- Round-the-clock care services help stop falls in their tracks.
- A care team skilled in safe transfers, fall precaution strategies, and home modifications.
- Open communication to address care needs as they arise.
A survey by U.S. News & World Report reveals that 95% of seniors want to remain in their homes as they age. They want to enjoy the comfort and familiarity of their own space for as long as they can. Aging in place allows seniors to maintain their independence, comfort, and quality of life in a familiar environment while staying connected to their community. Fall prevention is an essential safety aspect of in-home senior care.
In addition to partnering with an in-home care provider, there are some strategies you can take to further reduce your fall risk. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends:
- Keep doctors informed of falls.
- Learn the side effects of your medication to limit impacts on mobility.
- Stay up-to-date on your eye exam.
- Wear sturdy footwear designed to improve traction.
- Exercise regularly and do activities to improve balance, such as balancing on one leg, practicing yoga, or doing lunges.
- Modify your home to make movement easier, such as installing grab bars in the bathroom and handrails. Keeping your home tidy and clutter-free can prevent trip hazards.
- Conduct a lighting assessment. Focus on improving the quality of the light in the home by installing brighter bulbs, adding nightlights, and using motion-sensor lighting. Exterior pathways can be bumpy—proper exterior lighting is important.
Even after taking extra precautions, a fall can happen. In the U.S., more than 14 million falls are reported each year. If you or your loved one suffered an injury from a fall, A Place At Home offers tailored services to assist in recovery and make life at home while recovering from a fall as easy as possible. A Place At Home – DFW Northwest’s personalized fall recovery care includes:
- An initial assessment to identify any injuries, mobility issues, or special care required while recovering from a fall.
- Establish a personalized care plan tailored to you or your loved one's specific needs as they recover. The care plan will serve as a guide for our caregivers when they come to the home.
- Provide transportation to medical appointments, such as physical therapy and follow-up doctor’s visits.
- Comprehensive in-home care to prevent exacerbating the injury during recovery.
- Handle personal care needs to keep you or your loved one comfortable. We offer errand assistance, light housekeeping, cooking, and general companionship. Socializing and companionship improve emotional well-being and is particularly important when recovering from an injury and activity may be limited.
Stay Safe at Home
With specialized fall prevention and recovery care, A Place At Home DFW Northwest minimizes risks and enhances seniors’ confidence at home. We are proud to serve families throughout northern Dallas, including Grapevine, Fort Worth, Flower Mound, Keller, Coppell, Southlake, Argyle, and the surrounding area.
If you are nervous about your loved one’s safety and want to help them live their best life as they recover from a trip or spill, be proactive by reaching out to our friendly and knowledgeable team of caregivers. Fill out our online form or call us today! We’re ready to help.