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Working Together to Prevent Falls It takes a community to prevent a fall. We all have a role to play. That’s the main message during Fall Prevenon Month. Falls are the leading cause of injury among older adults in Canada. Each year, up to one-third of seniors experience a fall. Falls can result in chronic pain, reduced mobili- ty, loss of independence and even death. The good news is that falls can be prevented — both at home and while in the hospital. The care teams at Almonte General Hospital, Fairview Manor and Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital are working with paents, residents and families to keep everyone safe. Here are some ps for taking care of yourself, both at home and while in the hospital. For details on local falls prevenon classes, please visit hp://bit.ly/fallsprevenonclasses. This column space is generously donated by www.almontegeneral.com ● www.cpdmh.ca BEING SAFE AT HOME • Take your me, don't rush when walking or geng up • Keep stairs and walkways free of cluer, ice or snow • Use hand rails and grab bars to keep steady • Balance your body through good nutrion, hydraon, and gentle stretching exercises • Get your sight checked regularly • Know what you are taking: talk to your pharmacist or doctor as some medicaons may make you prone to dizziness and falling • Choose well-ﬁng, sturdy shoes • Light up your hallways, stairs, and walkways! • Check your home for slipping and tripping hazards • Ask for help if you are worried about falling BEING SAFE AT THE HOSPITAL • Share any and all fears or concerns you have about falling with your healthcare team • Call for assistance if you are concerned with moving about, especially at night or if you feel dizzy, weak or unsteady • Get up slowly aﬅer eang, lying down, or resng • Wear proper footwear: such as supporve running shoes or slippers with heel support and tread • Ensure clothing or belts do not drag on the ﬂoor • Wear glasses and/or hearing aids as needed • Take medicaons as prescribed • Use recommended walking aids for support • Minimize cluer in your room and avoid over-reaching for things such as the phone

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Working Together to Prevent Falls

It takes a community to prevent a fall. We all have a role to play. That’s the main message during Fall Prevention Month.

Falls are the leading cause of injury among older adults in Canada. Each year, up to one-third of seniors experience a fall. Falls can result in chronic pain, reduced mobili-ty, loss of independence and even death.

The good news is that falls can be prevented — both at home and while in the hospital. The care teams at Almonte General Hospital, Fairview Manor and Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital are working with patients, residents and families to keep everyone safe.

Here are some tips for taking care of yourself, both at home and while in the hospital. For details on local falls prevention classes, please visit http://bit.ly/fallspreventionclasses.

This column space is generously donated by www.almontegeneral.com ● www.cpdmh.ca

BEING SAFE AT HOME

• Take your time, don't rush when walking or getting up

• Keep stairs and walkways free of clutter, ice or snow

• Use hand rails and grab bars to keep steady

• Balance your body through good nutrition, hydration, and gentle stretching exercises

• Get your sight checked regularly

• Know what you are taking: talk to your pharmacist or doctor as some medications may make you prone to dizziness and falling

• Choose well-fitting, sturdy shoes

• Light up your hallways, stairs, and walkways!

• Check your home for slipping and tripping hazards

• Ask for help if you are worried about falling

BEING SAFE AT THE HOSPITAL

• Share any and all fears or concerns you have about falling with your healthcare team

• Call for assistance if you are concerned with moving about, especially at night or if you feel dizzy, weak or unsteady

• Get up slowly after eating, lying down, or resting

• Wear proper footwear: such as supportive running shoes or slippers with heel support and tread

• Ensure clothing or belts do not drag on the floor

• Wear glasses and/or hearing aids as needed • Take medications as prescribed • Use recommended walking aids for support • Minimize clutter in your room and avoid

over-reaching for things such as the phone

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