Receive Proper Fall Prevention from Comfort Keepers Home Health Care in Hickory, NC

In Hickory, Lincolnton, Newton, and the surrounding communities, our home health care keeps your senior loved one secure at home

Falls and accidents must be avoided if seniors are to maintain their independence. Here at Comfort Keepers of Hickory, NC – we can help. Our bones grow more brittle as we age, and even a minor fall can result in a catastrophic injury that takes weeks or months to cure. We know that fall prevention is an important aspect of our home health care services, which include a variety of tactics for making our clients' homes safer for them. To learn more, call us at (828) 202-3009.

Examining a Senior’s Residence

The first step in preventing falls is to analyze your loved one's living condition whether they’re in Hickory, NC or anywhere in the surrounding area. Our home health care professionals are trained to thoroughly inspect the home for any fall hazards. We look at both major and minor hazards and suggest fall-prevention solutions such as installing handrails and fixing loose carpets. It's simple to keep the risk of falling to a minimal when you engage with Comfort Keepers by adopting preventative measures and developing a fall risk care plan.

Risks of Falling and Injuries as a Result of Falling

Looking at things through the eyes of your loved one is an important element of fall prevention. There are elements of a home that a younger person may never consider hazardous that could cause a serious fall and injury in the elderly. When a senior falls and is injured, it takes a long time for them to heal, and they may never regain their full strength or independence. Our home health care professionals understand how hazardous falls can be for seniors, which is why we analyze our clients' homes and incorporate fall prevention methods into their care plans.

Safety in the Bathroom for Seniors

The bathroom is the most unsafe room in a senior's house. When your loved one is completing personal duties like bathing or toileting, they must be cautious not just of their movements, but also of wet and slippery surfaces and other potential risks.

Here are some things to think about when it comes to bathroom safety:

• For elders, getting into and out of a tub might be difficult.
• Injury can be avoided by installing a shower safety bench and shower bar.
• It is simpler to sit and stand up from the toilet if handrails are installed around the toilet. Electronic gadgets should not be used near water.

Falls Can Be Prevented

The experts at Comfort Keepers can assist your loved one in staying safe at home and reducing the danger of falling. Please contact our Hickory, NC office immediately to learn more about our services and to get started: (828) 202-3009.