Project Mend-A-House Coupons and Deals

Description

The Issue: Increasing Number of Senior Fatalities from Falls In 2003, more than 13,700 older adults died from falls, making them the leading cause of injury deaths among people aged 65 and older, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The rate of fatal falls increased by more than 55% between 1993 and 2003, and in 2003, nearly 1.8 million seniors were treated in emergency rooms for injuries from falls. Having access to mobility equipment can help prevent falls for seniors who have trouble getting around and can give them greater independence in their everyday lives. ...