6 Fall Prevention Measures to Implement in Assisted Living Homes
Many older adults enter assisted living facilities to maintain their quality of life as they age. However, they remain some of the most at-risk individuals for injuries related to falls. That's because factors like age-related declines in mobility, vision impairments, and medication side effects are higher for them. In some cases, environmental hazards, insufficient staff training, and underutilization of technology contribute to residents' fall-related injuries and a decline in their overall well-being.