How at risk for falls are you or a family member? Use this quick checklist from the San Diego Elder Law Center to find out. The questions are in first person, but don’t hesitate to help a family ...

Losing your balance can be an unsettling experience. If you fall, it can be dangerous as well. Falls are not just risky, but common. According to the National Institute on Aging, more than one in four ...

Medicare covers fall risk assessments during routine preventive visits for beneficiaries enrolled in Part B. If you have a history of recent falls or issues with walking and balance, you may be a ...

If your facility provides care for older adults, you can provide this checklist to them, in the form of an 8-page brochure, to help reduce the likelihood of a home fall after they are released from ...

The majority of falls that lead to hospitalization occur in the home. Older adults can take various precautions to reduce their risk of such an event. Falls are a serious health concern for adults ...

The smartphone app used data from a questionnaire and balance tests to give users an intuitive fall risk score ranging between 0 and 100, indicating low, medium, or high fall risk. A smartphone app ...

As the leaves change their hues and the crisp air sets in, it’s that perfect time of year again—the fall season. Do you have your fall self-care checklist ready? The autumn season brings numerous ...

Free fall prevention classes and a healthy aging clinic are coming to Holmes County, offering screenings and support for ...