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Six Winter Fall Prevention Tips For Older Adults
The holidays are over and winter is here in full force! For older adults, all thatice and snow means an increased chance of slipping and falling. Here are sixthings you can do to make winter a little less dangerous:
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Keep your shovel and salt in your house
. The reason you have ashovel and salt is so you don't have to walk on a slippery sidewalk. If you have to traverse through the snow and ice to get to your garagewhere the salt and shovel are kept, that defeats the purpose.
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Check the railings
. If you have railings leading up to your front door,check to see if they're sturdy. If you slipped, would they be able tosupport you?
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Bring a cell phone when you leave the house
. If you fall, it cansometimes be hard to get up. Carrying a cell phone whenever you goout can bring peace of mind.
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Slow down
. Allow extra time if it's slippery out. It's when you hurrythat you end up pushing the envelope of what your balance canhandle. Also, keep in mind that being a little late is better than rushingand causing a fall.
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Ask for help
. If you have to walk across an icy sidewalk or parkinglot, try to find a steady arm to lean on. Most people are happy to helpan older person navigate a slippery walkway. You just have to ask.
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Check your footwear
. Examine your shoes and boots. How's thetraction? Is it time for a new pair? Better traction can help keep youmore stable on icy surfaces.This may also be a good time to look into some help options for yourself or aloved one. Even something as simple as someone doing the grocery shoppingor errands so the older adult doesn’t have to leave home so often can be a
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