WHAT’S THE PROBLEM?
- Every second of every day, an older adult age 65+ suffers a fall in the United States, making falls the leading cause of injury and death in this age group.
- Over one-third of adults 65+ fall each year.
- 20-30% of falls cause moderate to severe injuries.
- At least one-third of al falls involve environmental hazards in the home.
- Two-thirds of those who fell, will fall again within six months. Compassionate Heart Home Care Services recognizes the importance of fall prevention and has developed training, oversight, and procedures to help reduce the chances of injury. By taking these steps, the chance for falls is greatly reduced and keeps our older adults safe.
WHAT’S THE SOLUTION?
Step 1– Assessment
Compassionate Heart Home Care Services will conduct a complimentary personalized needs assessment and home inspection to ensure safety and reduced risk of falls.
Home Assessment includes:
- Hygiene- Transfer Benches, Chairs, and hand held shower heads al need to be accessed.
- Entrances & Pathways- Getting in and out, and what to consider.
- Toileting- Procedures & proximity for ease of use.
- Transfers-Are you properly prepared?
- Grab Bars- Are they properly installed in high risk areas?
- Reducing tripping hazards.
Step 2- Care Giver Training
- Compassionate Heart Home care Services schedules a training session with the client, aide, and therapist. This keeps consistency in transfers and exercise while providing a chance to regain a level of independence.
- An aide is carefully chosen based on our needs assessment with caring compassion.
Step 3- Registered Nurse Supervision
- Once home, a formalized RNp plan of care is created and monitored via supervisory visits.
