Enhancing Fall Prevention: Addressing Mental Well-being in Home Care
Discover how your home care agency can enhance fall prevention by addressing mental well-being. While age and medical history are known fall risk factors, mental distress plays a significant role too. Seniors with low mood are 26% more likely to fall. Cognitive impairment, medication side effects, and reduced activity are linked to increased fall risk. Sensi.AI's advanced technology detects subtle mood changes, enabling timely intervention [1].
Risk Mitigation Strategies:
- Monitor mental and emotional well-being alongside physical health.
- Include mental distress and mood changes in care plans.
- Equip caregivers with knowledge to identify signs of distress.
- Facilitate activities promoting mental well-being.
- Establish partnerships with mental health professionals.
- Educate caregivers and seniors about emotional distress importance.
- Involve family members in the care process [1].