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Smiling African American woman walking with her senior father, holding onto him to ensure he maintains balance during their walk together.

Understanding Balance Issues in Older Adults

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The Importance of Fall Reduction in Senior Living Communities 

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Why Bathroom Safety Must Be a Team Effort in Senior Living Communities

Why is bathroom safety so important? According to a study by the Center for Disease Control (CDC), adults 65 and older account for 79% of bathroom related injuries.

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Fall Prevention: Why Top-Tier Communities Make it a Top Priority

Why do the leaders in the senior living industry make fall prevention a top priority? Simply put: they can’t afford not to.Falls are the leading cause of injury-related death among adults age 65 and older, and, according to the Center for Disease Control, the age-adjusted fall death rate is increasing. 

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Finding Balance: a Choose-Your-Own Adventure Story

Mr. Jones set his sights on winning the annual giant pumpkin competition at the state fair! He had hip replacement surgery in January and spent his recovery time planning his garden so he'd be ready to plant in the spring. With the daffodils in bloom, the sun shining, and the robins singing, Mr. Jones dusted off the wheelbarrow and grabbed his shovel!

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