Aging Well
Falls are also the number one cause of visits to the emergency department by older adults. Fortunately, falls are not a normal part of aging and most falls are preventable. In this 4-part series, we’ll explore why falls happen and how we can mitigate risk.
Our homes are more than shelter, especially as we age. They often hold our hearts, our memories. We are creatures of comfort, we love familiarity. But what happens when our parents are older and no longer safe in their own homes? Why do some fight so fiercely to remain?