Reducing senior falls: Leveraging technology for safety in senior living communities
By
Ted Tzirimis
Jun 20, 2024
As our population ages, the spotlight on older adult falls and their effects within senior living communities has intensified, demanding greater awareness and action. Falls among older adults are alarmingly...
The importance of falls prevention in senior living
By
Tom Katofiasc
May 23, 2024
It’s time to prioritize falls prevention for our most vulnerable population. Here are four strategies to reduce resident falls in assisted living.
Navigating the nexus of sleep, climate change and aging health
By
Amir Baniassadi, PhD
Nov 13, 2023
Understanding the intricate connection between sleep, the environment and the well-being of older adults has become a crucial focus as we explore the multifaceted dynamics of aging.
Falls prevention design considerations for senior living communities
By
Rob Geller
Jun 29, 2023
A holistic design approach empowers older adults to lead fulfilling lives with enhanced peace of mind and overall well-being.
High-touch, flexible care: The ‘secret sauce’ for helping residents age in place
By
Jamie Babcock
May 11, 2023
When partnering with a care model, the program should include five components.
The long-term care staffing crisis is about more than job vacancies
By
Brian Evans
Dec 16, 2021
The time is now for meaningful reform that improves the daily experiences of workers — and keeps long-term care safe for the seniors of the future.
Preventing falls requires teamwork
By
Daniel Kudo, PharmD
Gail Orum, PharmD, BCGP
Feb 16, 2021
Something as simple as ensuring that a pharmacist is a part of a team-based approach to preventing falls can change care for the better and mean the difference between a resident spending most of their...
Preventing falls and raising awareness
By
Travis Harper
Sep 30, 2019
September is nationally recognized as Falls Prevention Awareness Month. During this time, a special focus is placed on raising awareness about ways that seniors — and those who care for them — can...
Tips and tools to help residents avoid falls
By
Daniel Piereth
Feb 04, 2019
Falls are one of the leading causes of injury and death among older people. Here are some ways to help residents.
Bad roads and resident falls: what’s the holdup?
By
John O'Connor
Mar 15, 2018
We should have made more progress on falls among the elderly by now, yet this problem not only persists, it may be getting worse.