Help people with Alzheimer’s prevent falls

As Alzheimer's disease gets worse, the person may have trouble walking and keeping his or her balance. He or she also may have changes in depth perception, which is the ability to understand distances. For example, someone with Alzheimer's may try to step down when walking from a carpeted to a tile floor. This puts him or her at risk for falls. To reduce the chance of a fall: Clean up clutter. Remove throw rugs. Use chairs with arms. Put grab bars in the bathroom. Use good lighting. Make sure the person wears sturdy shoes with good traction. Learn more about preventing falls and fractures on our website. Share this information with others on social media: As Alzheimer's disease gets worse, the person may have trouble walking and keeping his or her balance. Learn more about how to help prevent falls and fractures: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/prevent-falls-and-fractures