Facts about Falls
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Approximately one-quarter of adults ages 65 years or older fall in their home each year.
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Many falls result in injury, long-term disability, and premature loss of independence.
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$50 billion each year is spent on medical costs related to older adult falls.
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Falls among older adults often result in severe injuries, requiring extensive medical treatment and in-patient rehabilitation.
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Financial burdens highlights the importance of implementing preventive measures and interventions to reduce falls and mitigate their associated costs.
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Most falls can be prevented.
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Nall Hills Home Services is dedicated to extending independent living and helping our community age safely.
Fall Statistics
36 Million falls
in the home
reported annually
Falls are the leading cause of injury among adults aged ≥65 years
One-in-five falls results in a broken bone or serious injury
Adults aged 85 years and older are expected to increase from
2% to 5% by 2050
3 million fall-related ER visits annually
$50 billion spent annually treating fall injuries in adults ages 65 and older.
Falling is not 'just part of aging'. Many falls are preventable.
More than 800,000 hospitalizations