Shower Seats for the Elderly
For those with reduced strength, balance and co-ordination problems showering safely can be a real problem. In addition, wet surfaces add to the risk of someone slipping and falling over in the shower. Simple shower seats for the elderly can…
Bed Rails and the Elderly
Also known as side rails or cot sides, simply choosing the right bed rails and the elderly greatly reduce their risk of falling out of bed. Although not suitable for everyone, they can be very effective when used with the…
Bed Alarms for the Elderly
Bed alarms are monitoring devices that detect sudden movements, or when a person tries to get out of bed, and sounds an audible alarm. Bed alarms for the elderly are especially useful for a person who is at risk of…
Chair Exercises for the Elderly
One of the most important functional tasks that an elderly person needs to do is to get safely on and off a chair. However, for many people this simple task can become increasingly difficult to do as we become older.…
Raised Toilet Seats for the Elderly
All of us, yes I mean all of us use the toilet, very often several times a day ! We never stop to question how easy we manage getting on and off the toilet – it’s something that just comes…
Personal Alarms and the Elderly
A personal alarm allows the user the freedom to live independently in their own home, secure in the knowledge that if there is an accident, or they have a fall, they can get help quickly. At the touch of a button…
Mobility Aids and the Elderly
Loss of mobility can affect us all, but in the case of the elderly it can be devastating. Loss of function and independence can lead to isolation, further physical decline and depression. Mobility aids and the elderly go hand in…
Exercise Programs and the Elderly
Getting Started It’s never too late to start exercising…….whatever your age or circumstances. Even a small amount of exercise can and will make a difference to how you feel. Given the right exercise programs and the elderly will feel stronger,…
Ways to Prevent Falls in Elderly
Anyone can have a fall, but unfortunately as we grow older falls are more likely to happen. Generally older people are more vulnerable and likely to fall. Around 1 in 3 adults over 65 who live at home will have…
About me
Intro Hi, Welcome to my website “elderlyfallsprevention.com” containing useful information and advice about how to reduce the risk of falling and injuries. It is designed to help people understand some of the causes of falls, keep people safe and independent…
