Who would you call after a fall—and could you reach your phone? Use this practical checklist to create a home fall-recovery plan with your family and healthcare team.

Rising lift-assist calls highlight the importance of fall recovery, prevention and being prepared before a fall happens Falls among older adults aren't only a personal health and safety concern. They're increasingly becoming an issue for families, caregivers, senior-living communities and emergency responders. Recent reporting by The Colorado Springs Gazette highlights just how significant the issue has become in Colorado's Pikes Peak region. According to the Gazette's August

Having a plan and well-designed tools to assist you recover from a fall helps you react safely and confidently. A fall can happen in an instant. You may lose your balance while getting dressed, trip over an everyday household object, slip while reaching for something, or simply find that your legs don't respond as expected. Once you're on the floor, however, another problem can quickly become apparent: How do you get back up? For many older adults and people with mobility cha