Fall Prevention Gift Giving Ideas
December 7, 2018 | Cici Madawala
Are you looking for a holiday gift for your elderly parents or grandparents? Are you concerned about them falling? Consider investing in a gift that can prevent a fall in their home.
Holiday gift giving can have a profound effect long after the holidays are over. Practical gift ideas for your loved ones will not only keep them safe but also improve their quality of life.
Here is a list of gift giving ideas to prevent a fall:1,2
Exercise DVDs’ – Exercise can help older adults maintain a healthy weight in order to avoid chronic health problems. It can also help to improve balance and bone strength, two elements that are vital to fall prevention at home.
Non-skid slippers – Non-skid slippers are practical for fall prevention, but they also serve a dual purpose by keeping feet warm during cold winter nights.
Winter boots with rubber soles – Good grip on the sole can help one navigate safely on the ice and snow.
Medical Alert devices – Seniors who experience a fall inside the home are more likely to get immediate help or medical attention if they own a medical alert device.
Transportation services: Gift cards from local taxi and bus services can avoid the extra drive time on winter roads.
Grab bars – Bed and shower grab bars provide extra assistance for mobility issues.
Falls are not uncommon among older adults. Each year, about 3 million people end up in the emergency room being treated for fall-related injuries.3 These falls can be prevented! If you or your loved one is falling or afraid of falling, contact us today to schedule your evaluation or visit our website to learn more!
Cici Madawala, B.S.
Director of Marketing
Live Your LifeTM
Bringing Physical Therapy & Wellness to You!
Cici Madawala graduated from St Cloud State ͐University with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication and minors in Geography and German
She is passionate about helping people and strives to help individuals get back on healthy routines and do the things they love. In her leisure time, she loves to travel, and explore other cultures and cuisines
References
1Watch Your Step! Fall Prevention Tips, Giving Care, https://www.silverts.com/giving-care/index.php/watch-your-step-fall-prevention-tips/. Accessed 6 December 2018.
2Great Gift Ideas for Seniors, Sage Minder, https://www.sageminder.com/Caregiving/CaregivingBasics/GiftIdeasforElderly.aspx. Accessed 6 December 2018.
3Important facts about falls, Center for disease control and prevention, https://www.cdc.gov/homeandrecreationalsafety/falls/adultfalls.html. Accessed 6 December 2018.