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Falls are the leading cause of injuries among people ages 65 and older, with annual estimated direct medical costs of US $754 million for fatal falls and the US $50 billion for nonfatal falls. The evidence is clear – prevention is critical. Twenty to 30% of falls in long-term care facilities are preventable, and implementing fall prevention tactics reduces falls by 25%. Selecting the proper fall prevention system is essential. Despite three-fourths of residential care communities using formal fall prevention techniques, 20% of those facilities still report a fall from one in every four residents annually. One reason for the discrepancy between fall prevention systems and positive outcomes is many facilities still use outdated solutions like wearables and medical alert buttons. To prevent falls, you must first understand what caused them. Understanding their cause begins with effective detection. This White Paper explains to you how to decrease fall rates, time on the ground, and false alerts at your Senior Living Facility.
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