If you're thinking about purchasing a Careline Alarm, it's important that you can make an informed choice. With so many devices and services available to choose from, and different terminology being used across the market, it can get confusing. Fortunately, we have created a helpful and comprehensive guide explaining the Careline365 personal alarm service. Find out how it can benefit you or your loved ones, as well as the details of our different Careline Alarm offerings. Before we look at the Careline365 personal alarm service, however, you may be wondering why you should …
Preventing Falls In The Home
It has been recently reported that around half of all hospital admissions for the elderly are due to falls. 5% of those individuals will suffer from a fracture as a result of the fall. But, should falls really be considered an inevitable part of ageing? We are more likely to fall as we age as our bodies are ever-changing. For example, we lose 30% of our muscle mass between the ages of 50 and 70. This loss of muscle density can lead to slower reaction times, loss of balance and much slower recovery times. Whilst many falls can’t be avoided, we’ve compiled a list of some handy …
FAQ – What is a Fall Detector?
A Fall Detector alarm works in the same way as our standard red button alarms, allowing you to call for help with one touch of a button. However, the Fall Detector comes with even greater protection; it contains an intelligent sensor that detects when the user has a fall. When a fall occurs, the Fall Detector will automatically raise the alarm, with no need for the user to press a button. What is a Fall Detector? The Fall Detector is a small, lightweight pendant alarm. It can be worn around the wrist or the neck, with two comfortable attachments provided. The Fall Detector pendant …
Are You in Danger or at Risk of Falling?
Falls are the largest cause of emergency hospital admissions for older people, and significantly impact on long term outcomes. Falls account for up to 40% of ambulance call-outs to homes for people aged over 65. More than 1 in 3 people over age 65 fall each year, causing serious injuries and sometimes even death. For those over age 75, falls are the leading cause of death by injury. The effects aren't just physical either. Falling can knock a person’s confidence, instilling them with a fear of falling again that plagues their everyday lives. Less than half of fall victims seek …
Most Common In-Home Injuries for the Elderly
It is important to many of us as we age that we remain independent and stay in our own homes. But staying at home comes with its own set of risks. It is important to be aware of these to keep yourself in the safest possible environment. We become more prone to many injuries as we age. There are also pre-existing health conditions that can affect things such as balance or vision. Some of the most common pre-existing conditions include: Cataracts Glaucoma Arthritis Osteoporosis Parkinson’s disease Cardiovascular disease It is important to consider how these …
News Update: Pride Doesn’t Come Before a Fall
In this week's news update we cover the stories about the elderly who are less likely to fall, freezing weather conditions and depression among our elders. 'Pride doesn't come before a fall' The topic of falls among the elderly hit the headlines this week, in the Telegraph, suggesting that 'pride doesn't come before a fall' after all. The article highlighted that "Pensioners with a sense of pride are less likely to suffer serious falls." This statement comes after research conducted on 11,000 elders. A team of researchers from the universities of Stirling and Aberdeen and the …
