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Preventing Falls in Older Adults

Overview Every year, thousands of older adults fall and hurt themselves. Falls are one of the main causes of injury and loss of independence in people ages 65 and older. There are many reasons older …

Preventing Falls in Older Adults Who Take High-Risk Medicines

… colour. Carry a phone or medical alert device with you. Then you can quickly call for … colour. Carry a phone or medical alert device with you. Then you can quickly call for …

Preventing abuse and neglect of older adults

… neglect in later life can affect an adult’s health, happiness, safety and financial … people from abuse and neglect. What are the health effects of abuse and neglect? Abuse and … can have harmful long-term effects on the health and well-being of older adults. The …

Preventing falls as you age

Everyone experiences changes as they get older that can increase the risk of falls and fall-related injuries. There are small changes you can make to prevent falls that will help you remain active …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Information for family caregivers

… Abuse Prevention Series Eighty per cent of caregiving for older adults is provided by families, usually by a …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… a person's health, happiness and safety. Older adults can experience different kinds of harm … than older men to live in a residential care facility where abuse may occur from …

Checklist for Preventing Falls at Home

… floors. Or use double-sided tape or a special backing so the rugs won't slip. ____ Pick up … floors. Or use double-sided tape or a special backing so the rugs won't slip. ____ Pick up …

Preventing Falls in the Hospital

… bed down, unless there is a concern for your safety. Your nurse or doctor will tell you … If you or a family member or friend sees a safety hazard, make sure to point it out to … bed down, unless there is a concern for your safety. Your nurse or doctor will tell you …

Child Safety Preventing Falls

… baby requires you to pay more attention to prevent an injury. It may surprise you how … swings. bouncers, and jumpers. Use all the safety straps provided. Use sliding gates at … Avoid accordion-style gates, because a child's head could get caught in the gate. …

Preventing Falls Exercises for Strength and Balance

… activity. Talk to your doctor if you have any problems. To do any of these exercises, stand … activity. Talk to your doctor if you have any problems. To do any of these exercises, stand …