Aging Well

Finding an older person who has fallen at home can be alarming. The immediate concern is whether they are hurt and how to get help quickly. Knowing what to do in those first moments can prevent further injury and reduce the panic everyone feels. This article walks through the steps to take after a fall, from checking for injuries to deciding whether to call for medical help or assist them up safely. Falls are common among older adults, and the home is where most of them hap