Did you know that falls are one of the leading causes of injury and hospitalization for Canadian seniors? In fact, according to the Public Health Agency of Canada, these falls account for up to 95% of all hip fractures and frequently act as a catalyst for permanent care. Plus, the fear of falling often prevents seniors from getting much-needed exercise.
So how do you keep yourself and your loved ones safe? How do you protect against dangerous falls in your home?
Of course, you could start by fixing some obvious issues. You could remove hanging phone cords and correct too-dim lighting, for example. Unfortunately, these well-meaning changes are often not enough.
How come? For one thing, household hazards are sneaky. They tend to go years acting like innocuous parts of every life…until disaster strikes. Plus, they are ever-evolving: they change as time go on and as age-related limitations increase. In other words, they are complex and usually require the skilled eye of a trained professional. This is why occupational therapy is perfect for senior fall prevention!
Occupational therapists are specially trained to analyze environments and to pinpoint potential problems. They work with a wide range of people, identifying environmental risks, assessing injuries or disabilities, and establishing adaptive solutions.
With just one low-cost occupational therapy visit, you can expect to receive:
• Comprehensive assessments of your entire home environment.
• Full evaluations of your physical and cognitive abilities.
• Individualized recommendations for safety tools and assistive technologies.
In short, you will be provided with all the tools you need to stay safe and secure for years to come!
Get your peace of mind ─ Take advantage of occupational therapy services today! For a qualified occupational therapist in the Vancouver area, simply contact Karp Rehabilitation at 604-420-7800. We would be happy to answer any of your senior care questions!