What is fall prevention?

Falls are the leading cause of injury and injury-related death among adults 65 and older. One in four seniors falls each year, and falling once doubles the risk of falling again. Effective fall prevention combines multiple approaches: removing home hazards (loose rugs, poor lighting), strength and balance exercises, reviewing medications that cause dizziness, regular vision checks, and — critically — daily monitoring for early warning signs like unsteadiness, dizziness, or weakness. A daily check-in call catches these warning signs before they lead to a fall.