Fall Prevention Tips

Nearly every five hours, a Hawaii senior is hospitalized because of falling. Approximately 75% of falls occur in the home and may be avoided by taking these simple precautionary steps:

  • Get regular exercise to help balance and coordination;

  • Get your vision checked regularly;

  • Get your physician to check the medications you are using for possible interaction which could cause dizziness;

  • Put a lamp on each side of the bed;

  • Use night-lights to provide more light at night in rooms and hallways;

  • Install grab bars in the bathroom;

  • Make sure electrical cords are out of pathways.

     
    By following these simple tips, you could help avoid unnecessary accidents.




    More resources:

    Fall Prevention Resource Guide (pdf)- Hawai'i State Department of Health

    NFPA How to Prevent Falls
    Home fall prevention guidelines from the NFPA for older adults.

    National Safety Council
    The National Safety Council has a section titled 'Falls in the Home' that contains information and articles on falling, risk factors, and tips to prevent falls.

    U.S. Fall Prevention Programs for Seniors
    U.S. Fall Prevention Programs for Seniors is a publication provided by the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control. The article includes a safety checklist for seniors and is available on their website.

     


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