Prepare for a Visit: Before the appointment, gather any relevant medical records, including a list of current medications, recent falls history, and details about home environment and daily activities. This information will help the healthcare provider assess your loved one’s risk factors and develop a tailored falls prevention plan.

Attend Appointment: Accompany your loved one to the falls prevention visit if possible. During the appointment, the falls specialist will likely conduct a comprehensive assessment, which may include evaluating mobility, balance, strength, vision, medication review, and home safety assessment.

Follow Recommendations: Based on the assessment findings, the falls specialist may recommend interventions such as exercise programs, physical therapy, medication adjustments, vision correction, assistive devices, or modifications to the home environment to reduce fall risk. Follow their recommendations closely to help prevent future falls.

Schedule a Follow-Up: Schedule any recommended follow-up appointments or interventions to monitor progress and adjust the falls prevention plan as needed.