Feeling Safe at Home.
Many seniors would like to stay in their own homes as they age, but a fall or other accident or illness prevents them from feeling secure when alone.
Such fear can prematurely immobilize seniors by keeping them from getting enough exercise and by actually causing more falls.
Studies have shown that a lack of confidence leads to more falls after having the first one.
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