You Can Prevent Falls

Stay independent with this informative and practical guide to fall prevention. Falls-which can lead to sudden injury, long-term health issues, and even death-are often treated as an unavoidable part of growing older. In You Can Prevent Falls, Dr. Ellen D. Sogolow brings decades of public health expertise to help older adults understand why falls happen and what they can do to avoid them, improving health, confidence, and independence for years to come. Drawing on research, community-based prevention programs, and lessons learned throughout her career, Dr. Sogolow explains how physical health, fitness, daily routines, chores, social and emotional elements, and environmental factors all contribute to fall risk. She shows readers how to recognize warning signs, assess their own vulnerabilities, and make meaningful changes before a fall occurs. Rather than focusing on a single solution, she presents a comprehensive approach that reflects the realities of everyday life and can be adapted to your own needs and surroundings. Twelve real-world case studies show how performing ordinary activities-from gardening and household chores to travel and caring for pets-can lead to unexpected falls and how risks can be recognized and reduced. A guided workbook helps readers develop personalized prevention plans that lead to safer homes and habits over time. You Can Prevent Falls offers an insightful, practical path toward aging safely, confidently, and independently.