All Fall Prevention
Bathroom Grab Bars: Achieving the Best Height
Posted by Nate Birt on Wed May 10 2023
If your loved one needs help getting around the house, the bathroom can be a cause for concern. Installing grab bars to avoid falls is an important preventive step to take as you make the home safer. Many people forget to consider what the optimal height of the grab bars should be for their loved ones to ensure their safety. Read More
A Caretaker’s Guide to Fall Prevention
Posted by Chad Birt on Fri Aug 05 2022
Everyone falls on occasion but for those with weak bones, poor balance, or low vision, the risk of serious complications like hospitalization or death increases significantly. To help caregivers, we've developed this brief but thorough guide to fall prevention.Check out the guide.
Caregiving Basics: Preventing Falls and Fractures
Posted by Carewell Staff on Wed Sep 23 2020
Most breaks occur in the hip, spine, or wrist, and about twenty percent of older people who suffer breaks fail to regain the independence they had before the injury. It’s not too late to protect yourself or your loved one. Even if you have thin bones or have already suffered at least one fracture, you can take a few simple steps to prevent future breaks. Read More
Download our FREE Guide to Home Safety & Fall Prevention
Posted by Carewell Team on Tue May 28 2024
This guide will walk you through key products and considerations to help you safely set up your home to prevent falls in common areas. Whether your loved one is recovering from surgery, struggles to maintain balance, or has recently fallen and needs closer monitoring, we’ll guide you through the right products for your main living area, bedroom, and bathroom.Read More