Forbes September 23, 2025
Each year, millions of older adults experience falls, making them one of the leading causes of injury, hospitalization, and even death in the United States. Yet falls are often misunderstood, underreported, and viewed as an inevitable part of aging rather than what they really are: preventable health events with identifiable risk factors.
On the occasion of National Fall Prevention Day, I spoke with Stephanie Wierzbicka, Director of Strategic Health Care Programs at ComForCare and At Your Side Home Care. She has dedicated her career to helping older adults remain safe, strong, and independent in their homes. In this conversation, Stephanie shares why falls are so dangerous, who is most at risk, and what families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals can do...
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