SOLVING LIFE'S NEXT CHAPTER - 09-13-26 - Fall Prevention 2 Simple Steps to Stay Safe and Independent

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Sunday, September 13, 2026

Fall Prevention: Simple Steps to Stay Safe and Independent — Part 2

In Part 2 of this important Solving Life’s Next Chapter conversation, host Lydia Wietsma continues speaking with Terhea, Director of Rehabilitation at Santé of Surprise, And Kerri Cummiskey Senior Vice President of Network Development and Strategic Partnerships about practical ways seniors and their families can reduce the risk of falling.

Terhea shares the most important steps older adults can begin taking today to improve their safety. The conversation examines common hazards inside the home, including poor lighting, loose rugs, cluttered walkways, slippery bathroom surfaces, missing handrails, and furniture arrangements that make moving safely more difficult.

Listeners will also learn why exercise, strength, flexibility, and balance are essential for maintaining mobility and independence. Terhea explains how rehabilitation professionals can create an individualized plan based on a person’s abilities, health concerns, and personal goals.

Lydia and Terhea also discuss the important role of adult children and caregivers. Families are encouraged to watch for changes in walking, balance, confidence, and daily activities—and to approach these concerns with compassion instead of waiting for a fall or medical crisis.

Terhea shares a success story demonstrating how early intervention can improve safety, confidence, independence, and overall quality of life. The episode concludes with a fall-prevention lightning round addressing whether falls are a normal part of aging, which areas of the home present the greatest concern, and the most important advice every family should remember.

Listeners will also learn how to contact Santé of Surprise and begin exploring rehabilitation services or a professional fall-risk evaluation.

Fall prevention is not about limiting a senior’s independence. It is about providing the strength, support, and safer surroundings they need to continue living confidently.

Lydia Wietsma is a Certified Probate Real Estate Specialist (CPRES) and Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES®) who helps seniors and their families navigate life transitions with confidence. She is also the author of Solving Life's Next Chapter, available on Amazon, providing trusted guidance for families facing probate, senior housing decisions, and real estate transitions.

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