Adult Care and Safety For The Elderly

Providing the Ultimate Safety for Elderly Loved Ones

Slips and falls are the #1 cause of injury for older people, especially in the home.

Did You Know:

• 1 in three people in the US over the age of 65, experience a fall each year.
• Approximately 60% of fall-associated deaths occur in those who are 75 or older.

Adult Care Centers and Safety

Having adult day care as an option is beneficial and safer than having individuals staying home alone, especially those suffering with dementia and Alzheimers. Not only does adult day care give respite and a break to caregivers, but they promise a safe environment that staying home alone cannot provide. According to studies, Alzheimers and related forms of dementia can cause disorientation and confusion as the disease progresses, making it very important to create safe environments for individuals with the disease.

It is not an easy decision to entrust a loved one to an adult day care facility, but in choosing a facility, safety should be at the top of the list. Florida licenses and monitors its adult day health centers. Regular inspections are carried out to ensure that facilities provide top-notch care for individuals with disabilities and older adults. Besides providing specific licensed personnel, the centers must pass inspections and employees have safety guidelines they must follow.

The beauty of adult day health services is that older adults can continue living in their homes with loved ones and is affordable in comparison to home health care.

Adult health care centers must follow basic safety guidelines:

• Installed safety rails along walls and in all corridors
• Non-slip, safe floors and surfaces
• Well-equipped first aid procedures in place
• Well lit areas and natural lighting
• Handicapped accessible restrooms
• Large, roomy areas for activities
• Emergency medical supplies
• Set procedures in the event of a disruptive individual

Lastly, home safety is something all seniors and caregivers should take very seriously. As adults age, they become less physically capable and can become more vulnerable to injuries within the home. Simple accidents can occur anywhere within the home, so preparing a home safety checklist is also highly recommended. Always have a plan about making your home safe for a senior loved one with Alzheimers or dementia. Learn more about preparing a home safety checklist for your senior loved one.

At Right Choice Adult Care and Activity Center, safety is our top priority and we ensure that our safety checklist is followed and adhered to on a daily basis.

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