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Now Available: Free Safety Technology Toolkit
On October 31, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
LeadingAge CAST released a new Safety Technologies Toolkit that will help members prevent falls, the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older adults.
A Focus on Falls Prevention: Join the New Assisted Living Learning & Improvement Collaborative
On June 19, 2018 by Julie Apold
Falls are one of the top categories of substantiated OHFC reports in Home Care/Assisted Living settings in Minnesota. Members should be taking the necessary steps to prevent falls in their community. Our new Assisted Living Fall Prevention Learning & Improvement Collaborative will give you the tools you need to implement an effective falls prevention program and reduce costs for your organization.
Assisted Living Learning & Improvement Collaborative on Fall Prevention - Register Today!
On June 4, 2018 by Julie Apold
It is estimated that up to 50 percent of individuals residing in assisted living experience one or more falls annually, and between 10 percent – 25 percent of these falls result in serious injuries requiring medical attention. In addition, falls is one of the top categories of substantiated OHFC reports in Home Care/Assisted Living settings in Minnesota. Implementing an effective falls prevention program in the assisted living setting has the potential to reduce falls, improve quality of life and reduce costs for your organization.