Fall Prevention
The 17 sources listed below are each rated on how they can help caregivers better understand and manage fall prevention in people with Alzheimer's disease or dementia.
Sources are ranked from highest to lowest.
Sources are ranked from highest to lowest.
ALZSmart Score™ - Very Good75%
Caring.com
Geo Location: All
ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents
Discusses fall statistic from the CDC. Lists 13 risk factors for falling. 5 common consequences of falls. 7 lifestyle changes that can help prevent falls. 15 home safety measures for fall prevention. Describes medical alert systems and how they can help after a fall. Also has 3 crucial steps to take after a fall.
ALZSmart Score™ - Very Good75%
National Council on Aging
Geo Location: All (US)
ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents
Resources include: 1) Falls Prevention Conversation Guide for Caregivers [PDF - 13 Page], 2) Falls Prevention Resource List for Older Adults and Caregivers, 3) Evidence-Based Falls Prevention Programs, 4) Infographics and Handouts, and 5) Videos.
ALZSmart Score™ - Very Good75%
National Council on Aging
Geo Location: All
ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents
Review each area of the home with 18 steps you can take to reduce the risk of falling. There is also an embedded video [22:04] that walks you through a sample home and shows you how to make it fall-free.
ALZSmart Score™ - Very Good75%
Alzheimer's Society of Canada - Manitoba
Geo Location: All (CA)
ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents
[PDF - 6 Pages] Lists 7 changes that people with dementia may experience that increase the risk of falling. Has 9 things to consider when a person falls. Provides 75 protective considerations and suggestions for the external environment.
ALZSmart Score™ - Very Good70%
UCLA Alzheimer's and Dementia Program
David Ganz, MD, PhD
Geo Location: All
ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents
[Video 28:09] Dr. David Ganz discusses the best ways to prevent falls in older people, with a particular focus on people with dementia. This talk is especially intended for caregivers who are concerned about their loved one's risk of falls and fall-related injuries.
ALZSmart Score™ - Good65%
Ahead of Dementia
Luciana Mitzkun
Pages 157-161
Geo Location: All
ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents
Explains why the risk of falling increase with age. Has 7 bullet points with statistics on falls from the CDC. There's a table with 28 bullet points on the causes of falls. Also has a list of 28 things you can do to reduce the risk of accidental falls.
ALZSmart Score™ - Good60%
VeryWell Health
Geo Location: All
ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents
Lists 14 factors are the most common causes of falls in people with dementia. There are many links embedded within these topics to expand your knowledge on the ones of interest.
ALZSmart Score™ - Average55%
Mayo Clinic
Geo Location: All
ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents
Provides in-depth information on 6 simple fall prevention strategies.
ALZSmart Score™ - Average55%
Pathways Home Health and Hospice
Geo Location: All
ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents
Lists 28 things you can to do reduce falls.
ALZSmart Score™ - Average55%
Patients Engage
Geo Location: All (IN)
ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents
Descibes 6 common suggestions for prevention of falls. Also reviews: balance issues, dementia, outdoors, canes & walkers, and transportation.
ALZSmart Score™ - Average50%
Patients Engage
Ms. Ayush Chandra and Ms. Sradha Madan Ray
Geo Location: All (IN)
ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents
Discusses 6 intrinsic risk factors for falls. Has 4 extrinsic risk factors. 14 tips to reduce the occurrence of falls in persons with dementia.
ALZSmart Score™ - Average45%
WebMD
Geo Location: All
ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents
Lists 12 signs that indicate you need medical help after a fall.
ALZSmart Score™ - Average45%
Crisis Prevention Institute
Pam Sikorski
Geo Location: All
ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents
Reviews some statistic on falls. Emphasizes the critical need for fall prevention. Explains task modification. Lists 4 environmental adaptations. Using step-by-step and nonverbal communication to enhance understanding.
ALZSmart Score™ - Average45%
The 36-Hour Day (6th Edition)
Nancy L. Mace, MA and Peter V. Rabins, MD, MPH
Pages 104-105
Geo Location: All
ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents
How to provide close supervision when the risk of falling is high. Also, what to do when the person falls.
ALZSmart Score™ - Satisfactory35%
Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation
Geo Location: All
ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents
Provides 11 steps to make the home safer. Also discusses exercise, medications, and vision checks.
ALZSmart Score™ - Satisfactory25%
Alzheimer's Foundation of America
Geo Location: All
ALZSmart Review™ - Summary of Contents
Provides 12 tips to help reduce the risk of falls.
