Having a fall at home cannot only lead to physical injuries but it can also be extremely detrimental to someone’s confidence and the people around that support them. Unfortunately in older age we know as a consequence of having a fall many people require a hospital admission.
The Carers' Trust Heart of England can also offer training within the home or as part of a group to people who are worried about trip hazards within the home.
Most of us have probably heard the old saying “Most accidents take place in the home” and unfortunately that’s true. The chances of tripping or falling increase dramatically as you get older and less mobile, with falls in the home affecting over a third of people aged 65 and 40% of people over 80. In a recent survey conducted by Coventry City Council 58 out of 172 people who responded and have care needs had either attended A&E or were admitted to hospital in Coventry as a result of a fall at home. If your loved one has had a fall, a near-miss or you are concerned it may just be a matter of time before they do, it might be time to assess their living space to make sure it is as safe as possible.