Fall Prevention
Falls and related injuries are the largest driver of ER visits among older adults. Learn how to make your home safer, reduce fall risk, and respond effectively after the person you care for falls.
Section 1
Understanding Falls and Fall Risk Factors
Recognize a fall or near fall and understand what could make a fall more likely.
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4 minutes
Video
Quiz Required
Section 2
Making the Home Safer
Learn how to assess the home for fall risks and eliminate them.
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9 minutes
Video
Quiz Required
Section 3
Building Strength, Balance, and Confidence
Learn the important role that physical activity plays in reducing the risk of falls and discover an activity that’s right for the person you care for.
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3 minutes
Video
Quiz Required
Section 4
Checking Vision, Hearing, Footwear, Medicines, and Devices
Understand how vision, hearing, footwear, medicines, and medical devices can play a role in reducing falls.
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7 minutes
Video
Quiz Required
Section 5
Extra Support You Can Provide
Recognize signs that the person you care for may be at risk for falling, and learn how to assist them during activities that are common fall triggers.
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3 minutes
Video
Quiz Required
Section 6
What to do After a Fall
Learn the steps to take after various types of falls and how to report them.
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9 minutes
Video
Quiz Required
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