Falls At Home
As a Certified Aging in Place Specialist and a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy, it is my goal to help make your home work for you for as long as possible.
Falls are the leading cause of injury among adults over the age of 65 in this country. And of those falls, the vast majority occur in the home setting.
It is my goal to help you feel empowered about your safety in your home and your community. Since over half of falls occur in the home, we would all benefit from looking carefully at our home environments to help keep ourselves and our loved ones as safe as possible. I am here to help you with that. Here’s how I can help:
Home Inspection: I will perform an inspection of your home with the sole focus on allowing you to stay in your home for as long as possible. I will provide you with a detailed report that addresses areas of your home that may require modification--anything from lighting changes to furniture placement to entrance modifications to different appliances and more.
Past Medical History Review: As a PT and primary care provider, I am able to review your past medical history with you and identify chronic conditions that may contribute to your risk of falls.
Contractor Management: I will assist you enlist a reliable contractor; ensuring all changes are installed correctly; teach you to use any new equipment; and perform weekly or bi-weekly checks to ensure your safety.
