Fall Prevention- Keep It Simple!
Staying mobile and fall prevention is important for everyone especially older adults! Falls are the leading cause of injury related death among people 65 years and older! And of course a persons risk of injury and falls increases as they get older. Most older adults over the age of 80 fall at least once a year. So what can be done to prevent falls and injuries?? 1. Play it safe! Do not take unnecessary risks! Make changes to support your needs. For example, change y