Fall Prevention

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This section includes tips and techniques on fall prevention, including using a cane as a tool. There is also a series of articles on redesigning your home and conducting a home evaluation.

The White Cane: A Tool for Fall Prevention

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Fear of falling: It’s a serious concern many older adults share. Older adults who have low vision are understandably more anxious about tripping over objects or missing curbs. Regrettably, many older people stop venturing out because they fear a fall may lead to serious injury. But most people […]

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Protect Your Independence: Create a Fall Prevention Plan 

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)by Audrey Demmitt, RN, VisionAware Peer Advisor Being Pro-Active My vision loss has caused me to fall many times in the past. As I get older, this concerns me because I realize the potential for serious injuries. So, I decided to attend a workshop on Fall Prevention. I […]