FOR HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS
Falls Prevention - Info for Providers
Falls among older adults are a huge health care cost each year and can often lead to increased health concerns. Use this screening tool to evaluate the risk of older adults and make recommendations for interventions.
Medication Review Card (pdf)
This medication review card was designed to help patients document all their medications and supplements. The card also has areas to document emergency contacts, medical provider information, etc..
How to Prevent Falls: A Guide for Older Adults (pdf)
This "Fall Prevention Prescription" contains a list of organizations and groups to help prevent falls in adults age 65 and better. Resources listed are organized based on the four points proven to prevent falls: exercise, home safety, medication review and vision checks.
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