VISITING ANGELS AUBURN, NH 603-483-8999
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Many Seniors in Auburn, NH Are At-Risk of Slips, Trips, and Falls That Senior Care Services Can Help Prevent

In our younger years, a slip or a trip often results in nothing worse than a bruised ego. For seniors, these common accidents can have much more troubling consequences. At Visiting Angels of Auburn, our goal is to help your loved one maintain good health and comfort while living independently. That’s why our caregivers emphasize in-home safety practices and creating a secure environment for your loved one. Our fall prevention services can provide an increased quality of life for your loved one, and daily peace of mind for your family.

Trips and falls are among the leading causes of injuries and hospitalizations for seniors. A fall can lead to concussions, broken bones, and other painful injuries. Studies have also shown that seniors who fall once are likely to fall again. If your loved one has already had an accident at home while living alone, it’s a red flag that your loved one needs regular assistance and in-home senior care services.

Get to Know the Senior Care Services from Visiting Angels of Auburn That Can Ensure Your Loved One’s Safety and Health

A Visiting Angel can help you identify problem areas in your home that might increase the risk of a slip or trip. Common home problems include:

·       Uneven flooring or changes in flooring, like loose throw rugs, that represent a tripping hazard

·       Dim lighting in hallways, stairwells, or doorways

·       Lack of grab bars, especially in the bathroom, and any space your loved one sits and stands frequently

·       A tight floorplan, creating tripping hazards or preventing the use of a mobility assistance device

Accessing senior care services means having an expert in your home who can look for these and other hazards. We can also provide advice based on your loved one’s health and abilities that can help reduce the likelihood of an accident and increase your loved one’s ability to heal should an accident occur. That advice might include elements like building muscular strength. Lack of muscle mass, particularly in the legs, often leads to weakness that can cause slips or trips. Seniors who walk, swim in a pool, or complete regular exercise approved by their doctor are more able to maintain good muscle mass and strength.

One of our main provisions in senior care services is helping our clients to maintain their medication regimen. A home care provider can help your loved one create a daily schedule and stick to it based on their doctor’s advice. For clients who take more than one prescription drug, a regular medication review can also help identify possible side effects and interactions, dosages that need to be adjusted, and other issues with medication. Drug interactions can cause dizziness, lack of balance, lack of focus, fatigue, and other symptoms that can lead to a slip, trip, or fall.

To Learn More Contact Visiting Angels of Auburn

If you are concerned about the long-term well-being of a loved one who lives alone, senior care services can make an immediate difference in their quality of life. Call our local home care agency today to learn more.

Serving Manchester, Derry, Concord, Auburn NH and the Surrounding Area

Visiting Angels AUBURN, NH
14 Hookset Rd,
Auburn, NH 03032
Phone: 603-483-8999

Serving Manchester, Derry, Concord, Auburn NH and the Surrounding Area

Visiting Angels AUBURN, NH
14 Hookset Rd,
Auburn, NH 03032
Phone: 603-483-8999