Fall Prevention

A Reflection on Medical Technology: The Evolution of Medical Alert Systems
April 12th, 2015

A Reflection on Medical Technology: The Evolution of Medical Alert Systems

Any history of medical alert systems begins with the story of Lifeline: how it was founded, its growth and success, and where the company and its products are now. Producers of personal emergency response systems number in the dozens, but their medical technology owes its origins to Lifeline. The History of Lifeline In 1972, gerontologist Andrew Dibner Read more >>

How Motion Detector Lights Can Help Seniors Avoid Falls
April 14th, 2014

How Motion Detector Lights Can Help Seniors Avoid Falls

Did you know that each year one out of three seniors suffers from a fall? In fact, more than 1.6 million seniors annually make a trip to the emergency room because of it. Don’t become a statistic! One way to prevent falls in the home is with motion detector lights. You may be familiar with this technology already Read more >>

Non-slip Shoes Help Prevent Falls In and Outside of the Home
March 12th, 2014

Non-slip Shoes Help Prevent Falls In and Outside of the Home

One of the biggest dangers and causes of injury for our seniors is slipping and falling. Brittle bones and weakened muscles make them very vulnerable. A great way to help prevent falls is proper footwear. There comes a time when we need supportive shoes. Our arches fall, our feet swell, and we may be less Read more >>

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