Fall Prevention at Home

Unfamiliar hospital environments, medications that may be new, having just given birth, or dealing with a medical condition that may make them weak or unsteady are all reasons why patients might be considered at risk for falling in the hospital. Learn how healthcare facilities decide if someone is a fall risk, the steps that may be taken to prevent falls and some tips that patients can follow to keep themselves safe while they are in the hospital.

Whether you are at a care facility or just roaming around your home, it is important to take the necessary steps and precautions to minimize your risk of falling. In Speak Up™ To Prevent Falls, several residents showcase different ways to reduce one's risk of falling.

Heading home from the hospital soon? As you recover, you are at greater risk for falling and injuring yourself. Watch this important program to learn how to make your home a safe environment.