Are you worried about falling? As we get older, physical and cognitive changes can lead to everyday activities becoming a little more difficult. Those changes can render something as common as getting up and walking to the kitchen to gradually become dangerous for seniors, as falling becomes more of a concern. It can be particularly acute for those dealing with memory loss - individuals living with dementia are five times more likely to fall than older adults living without a cognitive impairment. At Prestige Care, we understand the risk factors that can lead to falls, as well aspreventative measures to keep your loved ones safe. UNDERSTANDING RISK FACTORS Of all the things we think about in a day, walking around may be something we take for granted. However, as we age, we become more prone to falls. They can come from a variety of factors - weakened muscles, worsening eyesight, underlying health issues and much more. At Prestige Senior Living, we have Health Services Directors who can run medication reviews, helping our residents and their families understand how their prescriptions work in combination with each other. For seniors dealing with memory loss, additional risk factors include difficulties in finding their way around, processing and responding to situations and communicating their concerns. Thursday, March 18 Prestige will be hosting a A TEAM EFFORT It's important to talk to your loved one's doctor about how their health can impact their risk of falling. HERE TO HELP At Prestige Assisted Living at Green Valley, fall prevention is always top-of-mind. Studies show that regular exercise improves balance, muscle strength and flexibility; all reducing the risk of falling. To that end, we run our Energize Exercise program, featuring three levels: · Activate: Stretch & Strength Class · Invigorate: Strength & Balance Class · Energize: Brain & Body Class FREE Fall Risk Webinar with our Senior Fitness Expert where you can learn tips to help reduce falls. Visit www.PrestigeCanHelp.com today to sign up. Overall, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in three Americans 65 and older falls every year, and 2.8 million injuries from falls are treated in emergency centers annually. Our team can help guide your loved one into the program that best suits their needs and risk factors. For more information about (2 Prestige Senior Living, L.L.C. Prestige Assisted Living at Green Valley, call us at 520-648-5583. Are you worried about falling? As we get older, physical and cognitive changes can lead to everyday activities becoming a little more difficult. Those changes can render something as common as getting up and walking to the kitchen to gradually become dangerous for seniors, as falling becomes more of a concern. It can be particularly acute for those dealing with memory loss - individuals living with dementia are five times more likely to fall than older adults living without a cognitive impairment. At Prestige Care, we understand the risk factors that can lead to falls, as well aspreventative measures to keep your loved ones safe. UNDERSTANDING RISK FACTORS Of all the things we think about in a day, walking around may be something we take for granted. However, as we age, we become more prone to falls. They can come from a variety of factors - weakened muscles, worsening eyesight, underlying health issues and much more. At Prestige Senior Living, we have Health Services Directors who can run medication reviews, helping our residents and their families understand how their prescriptions work in combination with each other. For seniors dealing with memory loss, additional risk factors include difficulties in finding their way around, processing and responding to situations and communicating their concerns. Thursday, March 18 Prestige will be hosting a A TEAM EFFORT It's important to talk to your loved one's doctor about how their health can impact their risk of falling. HERE TO HELP At Prestige Assisted Living at Green Valley, fall prevention is always top-of-mind. Studies show that regular exercise improves balance, muscle strength and flexibility; all reducing the risk of falling. To that end, we run our Energize Exercise program, featuring three levels: · Activate: Stretch & Strength Class · Invigorate: Strength & Balance Class · Energize: Brain & Body Class FREE Fall Risk Webinar with our Senior Fitness Expert where you can learn tips to help reduce falls. Visit www.PrestigeCanHelp.com today to sign up. Overall, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in three Americans 65 and older falls every year, and 2.8 million injuries from falls are treated in emergency centers annually. Our team can help guide your loved one into the program that best suits their needs and risk factors. For more information about (2 Prestige Senior Living, L.L.C. Prestige Assisted Living at Green Valley, call us at 520-648-5583.