5 Ways Assisted Living Helps the Residents Cope With Fear of Falling

The fear of falling is common for people like you, especially as you age. It may determine how we think, move, and live. One of the major reasons why this fear might exist is the potential to lose independence if and when you do suffer a fall. However, that loss of independence is not the case thanks to assisted living communities and the care staff dedicated to taking the best care of you.

There are five ways that they can help people like you cope with the fear of falling. It’s valid to have these particular concerns as you age, especially if there comes a time when you may have an increase in needing assistance. However, you can rest assured knowing that your care staff can assist you in alleviating such fears pertaining to falls and other safety hazards that may be common for seniors like you.

1. Thoughtful Apartment Design = Less Risks

Traditional homes have features that pose a fall risk such as rugs, stairs, even poor lighting. On the other hand, assisted living communities feature apartments and shared spaces all thoughtfully designed with senior safety in mind. These include but are not limited to the following designs and their associated benefits:

• Single-level floor plans with open layouts for easy navigation from one area to another.
• Grab bars in walk-in showers, bathrooms, and other areas where falls may occur.
• Non-slip flooring and proper lighting all throughout the entire space.
• Emergency response systems that are easily accessible.

All of these built-in safety features can put you at ease while also encouraging you to move around freely without worry. Yes, there may be no risks to worry about so you can live your best life freely and independently in an assisted living community.

2. Access to Trained Staff 24/7

Uncertainty may contribute to the common fear of falling. You may be living alone and worried about what could happen if you need emergency assistance. Assisted living communities offer features that allow you to notify trained staff and be able to easily access them whenever you are in an emergency situation. Simply put, help is moments away if and when needed.

Care teams work around the clock to make sure that you are taken care of especially in situations where you may feel unsteady, need assistance with standing up, or experiencing a medical issue. With consistent safeguards and constant support, you’ll feel more confident knowing that you have a care staff that is ready to assist you at a moment’s notice.

3. Personalized Mobility Support and Fall Prevention Programs

You have unique needs and challenges compared to your fellow assisted living residents. As such, that’s why personalized support is so important. You can be able to take advantage of an individualized care plan that can address your physical condition and additional needs. This can include the following:

• Physical therapy and exercise programs for stronger balance and coordination.
• Walking assistance or mobility aids
• Regular assessments or check-ins for identifying possible changes and addressing them accordingly (especially with movement or gait)

You deserve the confidence to move freely even with the assistance from care professionals in assisted living. Safe walking and standing is something that you can practice regularly and we’ll help you whenever needed to ensure you feel less fear regarding falls. 

4. Engaging Activities That Focus On Strength and Confidence

Staying active is the best approach to curbing physical decline and the fear of falling. You can regularly participate in the many engaging, low-impact activities that can focus on strength, flexibility, and confidence in a supportive setting. These activities include but are not limited to the following:

• Light aerobic and dance movement classes
• Group stretching
• Chair yoga and balance sessions

All of these activities are easy to access and you are free to participate if you wish to choose. You can be guided along by experienced instructors who are committed to making you stronger and more mobile than ever before. When that happens, you can worry less about falls.

5. An Encouraging Supportive Community

A supportive environment such as an assisted living community can help you realize that when it comes to fall concerns, you are not alone. That’s because you have the advantage of community connection opportunities right outside your door. You can be able to connect with other residents and build new friendships, especially with those who feel the same way as you do about falls.

Not only that, you have friendly staff members who can assist you with any questions or concerns you may have. You can feel more secure and have a sense of belonging knowing that you have a support group of friends, family, and care staff that understands your concerns and can do whatever possible to alleviate them.

Experience Worry-Free Living At Prestonwood Court

Prestonwood Court offers worry-free assisted living that is supportive, compassionate, and comfortable. Your worries about falls can be addressed by way of the five ways we have listed above. It takes a high-quality assisted living community and a professional staff that can assist you in alleviating those fears every step of the way. For more information about what Prestonwood Court offers for your living needs, contact us today to schedule a tour.