CARE Infographic

Topic: Fall Prevention

Comfort | Anticipate Needs | Reposition | Elimination COMFORT Ensure resident is comfortable. Are they…


Using Technology as Part of a Multifactorial Approach to Falls

Topic: Assessment, Technology

VSTBalance utilizes Artificial Intelligence to objectively identify deficits in balance, gait and function—the three main…


Community Living Connections

Topic: Community Connection

Learn about services and support options in your home and community, including for older adults,…


Fall Risk Assessment – Timed Up & Go

Topic: Assessment, Fall Risks

Purpose: To assess mobility. Equipment: A stopwatch. Directions: Patients wear their regular footwear and can…


Fall Risk Assessment – Sit to Stand

Topic: Assessment, Fall Risks

Purpose: To test leg strength and endurance. Equipment: A chair with a straight back without…


Falls Free CheckUp

Topic: Assessment

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one-fourth of Americans aged 65+…


Older Adult Fall Prevention

Topic: Fall Prevention, Seniors and Falls

As a healthcare provider, you can use CDC’s STEADI initiative to help reduce fall risk…


Older Adult Fall Prevention

Topic: Fall Prevention, Seniors and Falls

Falls are a threat to the health of older adults and can reduce their ability…


Finding Our Balance

Topic: Fall Prevention

This page provides resources for health professionals, health care facilities and services, emergency medical services…


Older Adult Falls

Topic: Fall Prevention

Falls are a growing health problem for older adults, and there are many myths about…