Category: Fall Prevention

Within the United States, approximately 5.7 million people are living with dementia (Alzheimer’s Association, 2018; Plassman et al., 2007). Alzheimer’s disease accounts for approximately 60%–70% of these cases. Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that slowly destroys memory Read More

Falls are not a normal part of aging and most falls can be prevented.  Falls pose serious health risks for many aging individuals, whether rendering broken bones, traumas, infections or, in some cases, fatal injuries for those elders at risk. Read More