Imagine your elderly mother in the hospital, not just falling once, but multiple times during her stay. This frightening scenario is a reality for many families. Over 20% of older patients experience more than one fall while hospitalized. For our loved ones over 65, these aren’t just simple accidents – they can be life-altering events […]
Picture Margaret, a 78-year-old widow who recently lost mobility after a stroke, struggling to move around her once-familiar home, feeling isolated and overwhelmed. Her story is not unique. Nearly half of Americans aged 75 and older—46%—report living with a disability, facing daily challenges that can significantly impact their quality of life. The aging population continues […]
No one can escape aging or the many physical, mental, and emotional changes it brings. Like a river constantly changing its course, the path of aging brings inevitable transformations that challenge our preconceived notions of life’s later chapters. Yet, these changes need not be viewed as limitations, but rather as opportunities for growth, adaptation, and […]
Fall prevention for dementia patients is a common concern. Why? People with dementia ( a progressive neurological disorder) are at significantly higher risk of falling. They are four to five times more likely to fall compared to those without cognitive impairment. Furthermore, if they do fall, their risk of sustaining a fracture is three times […]
