No. Although fall risk can increase with age, falling is not an inevitable part of aging. Many factors that contribute to falls can be addressed.

Absolutely. Fall prevention is most effective when potential risks are identified and addressed before a fall occurs.

Fall risk can be influenced by balance, strength, mobility, vision, medications, footwear, activity levels, health conditions, and environmental hazards. Often, several factors contribute at the same time.

Improving strength and balance, staying active, addressing medication concerns with your healthcare provider, improving lighting, reducing hazards, and making appropriate home modifications can all help reduce fall risk.

A fall is a reason to take your fall risk seriously, even if you weren't injured. An OT can help identify factors that may have contributed to the fall and develop strategies to reduce your risk of falling again.

Both physical and occupational therapists can address strength, balance, mobility, endurance and functional movement as part of fall prevention. Occupational therapy also looks at how these abilities affect everyday activities and how the home environment may contribute to fall risk. Depending on your needs, PT and OT may complement each other.

Yes. Fear of falling can affect how much you move and participate in daily life. We can identify practical strategies to improve safety and confidence while helping you remain active.

We won't make you do anything you don't want to do. Our goal isn't to unnecessarily restrict your activities or prescribe equipment you don't need. We use your goals, abilities, preferences, and evidence to find solutions that support both safety and independence.

An occupational therapist can evaluate your home for factors that may contribute to fall risk. At I’ll Stay Home, we look at the actual environment where you live—including stairs, bathrooms, lighting, flooring and entrances—while also considering your strength, balance, mobility and daily routines.

OT can address the combination of personal, environmental, and activity-related factors that contribute to fall risk. This may include exercise, balance strategies, home modifications, adaptive equipment, activity modification, education, and caregiver training.

Medicare may cover medically necessary outpatient occupational therapy when eligibility and coverage requirements are met. Coverage for specific home modifications or equipment is different and may not be covered. We can help you understand how your therapy benefits apply.

It depends on your insurance and the type of service. A referral is often helpful when considering insurance coverage and reimbursement. We can help you understand whether a referral or order is needed for your situation.