In addition to causing a physical injury, falls can impact a person emotionally and socially. Bottom line, a fall can significantly change a person’s quality of life. Unfortunately, the fear of falling often causes older adults to avoid leaving the house, decline social invitations, and miss important family functions. This behavior can lead to feelings of anxiety, loneliness, social isolation, sadness and depression.
Falls are usually caused by one or more risk factors. A risk factor is something that increases a persons chances of falling. Risk factors may be linked to a physical condition, a medical problem, or the home environment. Arthritis, poor eyesight, taking multiple medications, dehydration, and lack of grab bars in the bath tub are a few examples of risk of falling. By identifying and addressing risk factors promptly, many falls can be prevented.
Thank you for the wonderful care my mother received from Peggy these past few years. She was kind and considerate, and, I never had to worry on the days she was there. Peggy was a great comfort to me and I wanted you to know how very much appreciated she was here. She truly was a “Visiting Angel,” and I shall always be grateful.