Secure Steps Balance Program
314.747.8600
Falls are not a normal part of aging.
Facts about falls:
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At least one-third of all falls involving the elderly are due to hazards in the home
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Most falls occur in the bathroom, kitchen, on stairs and in areas with poor lighting
The Secure Steps program:
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Identifies risks in the home that might cause a fall
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Maximizes safety
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Promotes independence
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Decreases hospitalizations
Secure Steps helps those with:
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Decline in sensation
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Decline in vision
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Difficulty bathing
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Fear of falling
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Feelings of being weak or dizzy
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History of falls
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Lapses in memory
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Limited mobility
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Safety concerns
Secure Steps provides:
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A team of physical therapists, occupational therapists, registered nurses and social workers
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Balance screening
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Cognitive evaluation and treatment
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Education for the patient and the caregiver
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Fall risk assessment
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Individualized in-home treatment
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Recommendations for changes in the home to increase safety
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Safety evaluation conducted in the home
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Vestibular rehabilitation
Secure Steps is covered by Medicare under home care criteria and most private insurance companies. A physician referral is required.
