Give them the time they need if there is a fall
The sad statistics are this.
75% of those 65 and over will fall this year.
60% of those will die after the fall within a year.
Why is this?
Falling in the home is the number 1 cause of injuries for seniors. As seniors age they become weak. Many have curculation and mobility issues.
When a fall occurs, time is CRITICAL. Immediately after the fall injuries occur and circulation becomes interrupted. If they are diabetic their blood sugar levels increase. Their heart rate increases and if they have a heart condition, stress is put on the heart. If the injury causes a bruse then a blood clot is possible. Blood clots can lead to stroke or heart attack. These are some of the reasons that treatment time is CRITICAL.
Statistics show that if help is received within 1 hour survival rate is increased by 60%.
This is why Assistive Technology Services provides Medical Alert Systems for only $69.99 and NO MONTHLY FEE EVER.
Our systems can call a friend, neighbor or 911 by pressing a wireless pendant and get the help that is needed.
This system will allow a senior to carry a pendant around their neck. In the event of a fall, they don't even have to talk. The system will speak for them, call 911 and get help.
FOLLOW THIS LINK FOR MORE INFORMATION
http://assistivetechnologyservices.com/
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