Senior Home Safety Assessment

Nearly 1 in 3 older Canadians fall every year. For many of them, that moment forever changes their lives. Falls account for 85% of seniors’ injury-related hospitalizations, making this the leading cause of injury-related admissions for seniors. 95% of hip fractures among seniors are the result of a fall. Some falls shorten a senior’s lifespan, others lead quickly to death. The average Canadian senior had to stay in hospital 10 days longer for falls than for any other cause. Seniors who are admitted to hospital after a fall are sometimes forced to linger in hospital beds while awaiting a more suitable level of care. Falls are associated with over 1/3 of admissions to long-term care facilities after being released from the hospital

Those who return home can become isolated and less active, afraid of another fall. Their health and quality of life often deteriorates. Apart from personal suffering, loss of independence and lower quality of life, the costs of seniors’ injuries to the individual and caregivers are enormous.

90% want to Age in Place. 85% have done nothing to prepare.

100% of emergency doctors agree that an annual Home safety Assessment is important to keep seniors safe at home.

Make your home environment safer. Dr. Tran is an accomplished physician with a Senior Home Safety Specialization. Dr. Tran will provide home safety assessment, medication review and can identify critical improvements that can add years of safe enjoyment to your life in your own home. Contact us for an assessment.