How the Falls Prevention Program Works
Any unplanned descent to the floor, with or without injury, is considered a “fall.” With the Falls Prevention Program, our patients receive a full fall risk assessment as part of their admission to our hospice services. Wherever they call home, our care teams take steps to prevent a fall for at-risk patients. Additionally, a patient may meet with a physical or occupational therapist to work on a prevention plan.
![Hospice patient sitting on the floor](https://www.stcroixhospice.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/AdobeStock_186700918-545x445-c-center.jpg)
Program Benefits for Fall Intervention
- Care teams trained in fall prevention and fall intervention
- 24/7 triage nurse line
- Reduction in ER visits and hospitalization
![Hospice patient walking with nurse](https://www.stcroixhospice.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Navigate-2-545x445-c-center.jpeg)
Fall Prevention Tips
- Ensure adequate lighting
- Use nonslip footwear
- Arrange medical equipment and necessities within reach
- Clear pathways of tripping hazards
- Secure or remove rugs
- Clean up wet floors
- Use hearing aids and glasses
- Take prescription medications
![Hospice patient walking with help of nurse](https://www.stcroixhospice.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Picture-3-545x445-c-center.jpeg)