http://www.answers4families.org/family/long-term-care/home-modification The taxonomy view with a depth of 0. en http://www.answers4families.org/family/long-term-care/home-modification/home-modification <h1> </h1> <p>According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 of every 3 persons in the U.S. age 65 years and older falls each year. Among older adults, falls are the leading cause of injuries, hospital admissions for trauma and deaths due to injury. Many of these falls and resulting injuries can be prevented through strategies that include home modification. In addition, many individuals would be able to remain in their own homes, even with decreased ability, through the use of environmental modification and technology.<p><a href="http://www.answers4families.org/family/long-term-care/home-modification/home-modification">read more</a></p> http://www.answers4families.org/family/long-term-care/home-modification/home-modification#comments Home Modification Tue, 17 Jul 2007 21:45:53 -0500 clewis 232 at http://www.answers4families.org