Fall Detection Blogs
Healthcare Workers Face Rising Violence—How Technology Can Help Keep Them Safe
A Growing Crisis in Healthcare Safety In hospitals and healthcare facilities across the U.S., healthcare safety is increasingly at risk as workplace violence against healthcare workers continues to rise. From physical assaults to targeted attacks, frontline staff face growing dangers. A 2024 report from the CDC found that healthcare workers experience nearly half (48%) of…
Read MoreWhy Winter Months are the Most Dangerous for Senior Living Communities
Why Winter Months are the Most Dangerous for Senior Living Communities Winter months bring unique challenges for senior living communities, with increased risks of elopements, falls, and cold-related health issues. By addressing these dangers proactively, communities can protect residents and provide peace of mind for families. A 2023 report by the Washington Post found over…
Read MoreEnsuring Privacy with Fall Detection Devices
Ensuring Privacy with Fall Detection Devices Fall-detecting devices range from standard color cameras that capture video footage and analyze it for fall detection to more sophisticated kinds including infrared, thermal, and 3D radar technology, each coming with their own level of fall detection privacy concerns for residents. Fall detection devices are usually mounted on the…
Read MoreSelecting the Right Fall Management Solution for a Senior Living Community
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_gallery interval=”3″ images=”9379″ img_size=”large”][vc_column_text] Selecting the Right Fall Management Solution for Senior Living About fall management in senior living As senior living communities look for ways to improve the safety and well-being of their residents, selecting a fall management solution is becoming increasingly important. Falls are a major concern for older adults and care communities,…
Read MorePassive Fall Detection Systems: How to Protect Your Loved Ones and Preserve Their Privacy
Passive Fall Detection Systems: How to Protect Your Loved Ones and Preserve Their Privacy In this day and age, passive fall detection systems are becoming the norm for predicting and reacting to elderly falls. A fall can be an extremely alarming event for both the person who falls and the people around him or her,…
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