Winter in New England means snow and ice. And we know that winter weather can lead to winter falls. Older adults are especially susceptible to these falls; in fact, the CDC website states that “Every second of every day, an older adult (age 65+) suffers a fall in the U.S.— making falls the leading cause of injury…in this age group.”
What can you do to help prevent winter falls? Consider these tips so that this winter will be a safe one*: