NOVEMBER IS FALL PREVENTION MONTH
1 in 3 adults over 65 years of age will fall at least once a year. If you fall and feel any discomfort or are unable to get up, call for help.
- Call out for help if you think you can be heard.
- If you have an emergency call device or telephone at hand, use it.
- If you don’t, try to slide yourself towards a telephone or a place where you will be heard.
- Make noise with your cane or another object to attract attention.
- Wait for help in the most comfortable position for you.
- If you can, place a pillow under your head and cover yourself with a piece of clothing or a blanket to stay warm.
- Try to move your joints to ease circulation and prevent stiffness.
If you are not hurt, you may be able to get up on your own. Learn the 6 Steps to Get Up After a Fall.
