The Danger of Falls in Seniors
Falls are the number one cause of accidental death among elderly seniors. Several reasons may cause a fall. It may be due to a loss of strength in the senior’s legs, rendering them incapable of gaining it back in time and falling. Falling may also result from the weight on the body that the senior cannot manage due to the mobility problem. Regardless of the reasons, the danger of falls in seniors is not something you should take lightly. You want to make sure the home care services you hire look after your elderly and ensure their safety
How Does Home Care Service help?
Home Care Metrowest, FL: Seniors and Falls
Seniors make up the fastest-growing part of the population, yet many people remain unaware of the potential risk of falls in seniors. Statistics have shown that falls increase exponentially in the years immediately following the retirement of a senior, but falls can happen to anyone at any time. Home care agencies are there to help ensure seniors are in a safe environment at all times.
Benefits of Home Care Assistance for Seniors
Elderly assistance for your seniors at home has many benefits. These caregivers help the seniors with daily personal chores such as cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation. In addition, they keep a tab on all such activities that may expose your elderly to the danger of slips and thus have all preventative measures in place to avoid an unfortunate fall.
Why Should You Seek Professional Help?
As your senior ages, many health issues may arise. While medication tends to the medical care, you will need professional help for the senior physical care, so they don’t risk getting injured. Certain risk factors can increase the danger of falls in older adults. These include the following – obesity, arthritis, weak bones, immobility, and standing too long. It is also a fact that older people have less muscle strength, which makes them more susceptible to injuries. For example, if an older person has weak bones, they are more prone to bone fractures. Sitting and walking too long can also put undue stress on their bones, leading to fractures. To ensure your loved one is looked after, home service care providers are the best people to look after your senior with all these risks.
Protecting Your Seniors
With a senior at home and you on the move for your daily activities, there is always a need for someone to check on the elderly, especially if there is a risk of falls. You will need the peace of mind that when you leave your home, you have your seniors taken care of and looked after by home care professionals. These home care agencies ensure they assist the elderly and monitor their activities so you can have peace of mind.
Conclusion
Many are well aware of the medical predicaments an elderly can face, such as cancer and heart condition. However, equal importance should be given to the seriousness of a fall injury. For instance, when your elderly fall, the severity of the injury could lead to broken bones, multiple fractures, or brain injury.
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If you or an aging loved-one is considering home care in Metrowest, FL please contact the caring staff at Winter Garden Senior Home Care today. (407) 347-2050
Founder / Owner
Jennifer Talbot is the Co-Owner of Winter Garden Senior Home Care in Winter Garden Florida.The business opened on Plant Street in October of 2007 (formally known as Age Advantage).
Jennifer remains active in the business and enjoys personally meeting with families looking for professional, classy caregivers. She prides herself in taking the time to listen and appreciate the personalities and life experiences of people who wish to “age in place”.Her unique ability to match people with their ideal caregiver, combined with a strong sense of service is what makes her business so successful.
Mrs. Talbot is a current member and past president of the Winter Garden Rotary Club, past president of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary, active West Orange Chamber member, Recipient of the “Spirit of West Orange” Award 2017, Past Business Networking International Growth Coordinator, Past Committee member and founder of South Lake’s HINT, sustainer member of the West Orange Junior Service League, past board member for AGED, advisory board member for Elder Advocates, a United States Air Force brat, and proud mother of two college graduates.
Rebecca Lanterman
Owner
Rebecca has worked in the Central Florida medical community for over 10 years.She is a native of Winter Garden, Florida andhas a driving passion to serve our seniors.It has been said that Rebecca never meets a stranger.Her experience has been in Hospice, Hospitals, Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Communities where she faithfully served as a community liaison helping residents and families understand the myriad of long term care and healthcare options.
Rebecca is the mom of a little guy who is the twinkle of her eye.She can often be heard telling stories of traveling all around the country pulling her camper.To Rebecca, to live life is to touch it and experience it.Growing up in Central Florida afforded her some unique experiences like being a part of the “Magic” at Walt Disney World where she was a Walt Disney World Spirit Ambassador.She feels that this early indoctrination by The Walt Disney Company helped her understand the true value of serving others.To this day, she still has some of that Pixie Dust.Rebecca has also accomplished countless marathons and triathlons. After the sudden loss of her dad, her training partner, in 2012 she stepped away from the sport.But, as time has passed and healing has taken place, she is back to pursuing their dreams again.This time, her dad, her trusty training partner is keeping pace in her heart.It is from that willingness and drive that Rebecca has a keen understanding of the arduous and often treacherous course that our families are on.And, she is here to come along beside you and be with you each step, each stride, and each hurdle.It’s the old adage “life is a marathon and not a sprint”.She is here along with the team at Winter Garden Senior Home Care to be a part of your journey.
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