Effect of Group Versus Home Visit Safety Education and Prevention Strategies for Falling in Community-Dwelling Elderly Persons

Abstract

This research study explored the effectiveness of group versus home education in teaching fall prevention to community-dwelling elderly. Twelve elderly volunteered to participate. Group 1 received an inservice instructing them in prevention strategies. Group 2 received individual home visits for the same purpose. All subjects received follow-up home visits to assess modifications and fall occurrence. Statistical analysis showed no significant difference between the two groups at follow-up or within Group 2 initially or at follow-up. Further research is needed to explore more effective teaching strategies to emphasize the importance of prevention and affect modification of the home environment.