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Scottsdale, AZ, – Westminster Village announced today a significant breakthrough in fall prevention among its residents following the installation of Helpany’s innovative AI and radar-based device Paul in their senior community. Over three months, Westminster Village has recorded a remarkable 72% reduction in falls, marking a major milestone in resident safety and care.

Falls in senior living communities are becoming a growing strain on local fire departments, diverting critical resources away from true emergencies. With lift-assist calls now surpassing structure fires in some areas, fire crews are spending significant time and money responding to non-injury falls. As the senior population continues to grow, proactive fall prevention strategies are essential to reducing the burden on emergency services and ensuring fire departments remain available for life-threatening situations. Watch our interview with a Deputy Fire Chief (ret.) to learn how falls in senior living communities impact local fire departments and what can be done to prevent them.

Tucson, AZ, – Park Senior Villas – La Cañada announced today a significant breakthrough in fall prevention among its residents, following the installation of Helpany’s innovative AI and radar-based device, Paul, in their senior community. Over the past three months, Park Senior Villas has recorded a remarkable 67% reduction in falls, marking a major milestone in resident safety and care.

Caregiving in assisted living facilities comes with immense challenges—heavy workloads, diverse resident needs, and the stress of ensuring safety and quality care. For Tawnya Christensen, director of Fellowship Square Mesa, Helpany has been a game-changer.

Since implementing this innovative fall prevention system, her facility has seen measurable results, including a 70% reduction in falls within just three months. This achievement has improved resident safety, eased caregiver stress, and highlighted the life-saving potential of technology in caregiving.

Explore how Helpany is shaping the future of caregiving with smarter, more effective solutions.

How can a senior’s movement reveal insights into their health? Motion is more than just movement – it’s a window into well-being!

Discover how motion monitoring can empower caregivers to detect health changes earlier, reduce falls, and personalize care in senior living communities.

Now is the perfect time for senior living communities to review and update their fall prevention policies. While daily routines may feel stable, the risks within the community can be significant. Falls remain one of the most serious threats to residents’ health and well-being.

Not sure where to begin? We’ve got you covered! Download our customizable Fall Prevention Policy Template as a resource to help guide your community’s policy toward alignment with current best practices.

Mesa, AZ, September 18, 2024 — Fellowship Square Mesa announced today a significant achievement in fall prevention among its residents, thanks to the installation of Helpany’s innovative AI and radar-based device, “Paul,” in every assisted living apartment. Within just two months, Fellowship Square Mesa has seen a 70% reduction in falls, marking a major milestone in resident safety and care.

How to Engage Staff, Residents and Family Members in Fall Prevention

Falls are a significant concern in assisted living facilities, often leading to serious injuries and a decrease in the quality of life for residents. While technological solutions and environmental modifications are crucial, creating a fall-resilient culture within your facility can make a profound and lasting impact. This blog post will explore strategies to foster a proactive culture of safety where staff, residents, and their family members are actively engaged in fall prevention efforts.

Fall prevention has a significant impact beyond financial savings. Reducing falls in assisted living facilities enhances residents’ quality of life by fostering safety, security, and independence. It also improves operational efficiency, allowing staff to focus on quality care instead of emergencies, which boosts job satisfaction.

Navigating the complexities of caring for a loved one from afar can be both emotionally taxing and incredibly rewarding. Abbie finds herself in such a situation after her father’s recent passing, leaving her 78-year-old mother living alone miles away. She talks with her daily but often worries about her well-being. Discovering Helpany marked a turning point for Abbie, providing her with a solution that respects her mother’s privacy while ensuring her safety.

In our interview, Abbie shares her heartfelt experiences as a daughter striving to support her mother despite the physical distance. She reveals how Helpany has become an invaluable companion, offering peace of mind and lightening the burdens of caregiving from afar.