Senior Fall Risk Management
Aviva In-Home Care uses a Family-Centered Model of Care approach to home care services. Family-Centered care is made up of a set of values, attitudes, and approaches to services for clients with special needs and their families. Family-Centered care recognizes that each family is unique; that the family is the constant in our client’s life; and that they are the experts on the client’s abilities and needs.
Aviva works closely with the family to make informed decisions about the services and support the client and family receive. With Family-Centered care, the strengths and needs of all involved family members are considered. Studies have shown that health outcomes and levels of satisfaction are improved with this model of care. This is why this model is widely used at major health facilities across the U.S.
Practical Support for Senior Fall Risks at Home
A cluttered walkway, a dark trip to the bathroom, or a difficult transfer can make everyday movement more challenging.
Aviva In-Home Care provides non-medical assistance focused on daily routines and the home environment. We work with clients and families to identify practical concerns and discuss appropriate help.
This service supports everyday safety. It does not replace a clinical fall-risk assessment, physical therapy, or medical treatment.
Call 415-463-1400 to discuss assistance at home.
Start With the Activities That Feel Difficult
Tell the team about falls, near falls, and situations your loved one has started avoiding.
Useful details include:
- Difficulty getting out of a chair or bed.
- Needing assistance reaching the bathroom.
- Feeling unsteady on stairs or at the entrance.
- Trouble moving around furniture.
- Needing help carrying items while walking.
- Changes in the assistance provided by family.
These observations help identify where scheduled support may be useful. Aviva’s published services include home-safety attention and assistance with daily mobility.
Let’s Get Started
Aviva works closely with your family, throughout the care process, to make informed decisions about the services and support the client and family receive.
At Aviva, we have an expert management team that understands healthcare delivery, care professionals with multiple years of experience, and an organization focused on continual staff training & education.
Home Safety Checklist
Use this checklist to identify concerns to discuss with family members and appropriate professionals.
Floors and Walkways
- Keep frequently used routes clear of shoes, bags, and clutter.
- Move cords out of walking paths.
- Address loose rugs or unsecured floor coverings.
- Make sure furniture leaves enough space for the person’s walking aid.
Lighting
- Keep a working light within reach of the bed.
- Provide lighting along the route to the bathroom.
- Check that stairs and entrances are well lit.
Bathroom
- Address slippery surfaces.
- Discuss properly installed grab bars where needed.
- Keep frequently used items within easy reach.
- Identify whether bathing or toileting requires assistance.
Stairs and Household Storage
- Keep steps clear.
- Have loose railings or damaged steps repaired.
- Store commonly used items where they can be reached without climbing.
These points reflect the CDC’s home fall-prevention checklist. Structural repairs and equipment installation should be handled by appropriate professionals.
How a Caregiver Can Help
Depending on the agreed plan, assistance may include keeping pathways clear, helping with personal routines, and providing assessed walking or transfer support.
A caregiver can also report practical observations, such as difficulty using a familiar route or needing more assistance than usual.
No caregiver arrangement can guarantee that a fall will never occur. The plan should identify the assistance provided during visits and who is responsible at other times.
Working With Family and Other Providers
Home safety often involves several people with different responsibilities.
| Person or provider | Role to clarify |
|---|---|
| Client and family | Preferences, concerns, household changes, and coverage outside visits |
| Aviva care team | Agreed non-medical assistance and communication about observations |
| Physician or other clinician | Assessment of health-related concerns |
| Physical or occupational therapist | Individual mobility guidance, equipment recommendations, or home-task strategies |
| Qualified installer or contractor | Repairs and appropriate installation of safety features |
With authorization, relevant instructions can be shared so everyone understands the plan. Caregivers do not prescribe exercises or independently change clinical recommendations.
Review the Plan When Needs Change
Tell the team about new difficulty walking, transfers that require more assistance, or a change in the home environment.
A plan that worked previously may need reassessment. New or sudden health concerns belong with a healthcare professional rather than being treated only as a housekeeping or scheduling issue.
Discuss Support With Aviva
Call 415-463-1400 to talk about daily assistance and home-safety concerns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fall Risk Management
What does non-medical fall risk support involve?
Non-medical support focuses on everyday routines and the home environment. Depending on the agreed plan, a caregiver may help keep pathways clear, assist with personal routines, and provide assessed walking or transfer assistance. Clinical fall-risk assessments, treatment, and rehabilitation remain with qualified healthcare professionals.
Can a caregiver guarantee that a fall will not happen?
No. A caregiver and a safer home environment cannot eliminate every fall risk. The care plan should identify the assistance provided during visits, the support needed at other times, and concerns requiring professional assessment. Changes in mobility or assistance needs should prompt a review of the arrangement.
How do family members and other providers participate?
Family members can share concerns, arrange household changes, and clarify coverage outside scheduled visits. With authorization, relevant guidance from clinicians or therapists can inform the care plan. Caregivers provide agreed non-medical assistance; they do not prescribe exercises, change clinical recommendations, or perform structural home repairs.
Providing Senior Fall Risk Management in San Francisco, Burlingame, San Mateo, Hillsborough, Atherton, Menlo Park, Palo Alto, Berkeley, Lafayette, Orinda, San Bruno, Millbrae, San Carlos, Belmont, Redwood City, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Los Altos, San Jose, Santa Clara, Albany, Montclair, Emeryville, Foster City, Oakland Hills, Berkeley Hills, San Leandro, Hayward, Richmond, Cupertino, Campbell, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Moraga, Claremont, Palo Alto Hills, & Los Altos Hills.
With Family-Centered Care, the strengths and needs of all involved family members are considered.
Clinical Reviewer: Valerie VanBooven, RN, BSN
