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What about Me?

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The other day I lost my balance and fell backward. I was lucky I didn't go through the shower door and the seat we have in the shower stopped me from hitting my hear against the wall or floor.
H was upset with me...what did I do, I need to be careful. He didn't even ask me if I was okay. I was able to crawl and drag myself to the bed where I waited until I got the strength, and my strong leg positioned right, to pull myself up. There is no way that he could have helped me up with all his problems.
I realize now, after that, that I am going to have to look into one of those alert necklaces you wear. I had always figured we could help each other (I use a cinch strap thingy when he has problems).

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@kartwk I have known for a long time my husband wouldn't be able to help me if I fell or had any problem. So I always have my cell phone on me. I don't wear anything that doesn't have a pocket.

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Apple Watch has a fall prevention feature. fall prevention is primarily achieved through its Fall Detection feature, the watch will alert you with a tap on the wrist and an alarm, then wait for you to respond. If you are immobile for about a minute, it will automatically call emergency services and notify your emergency contacts with your location. I have used it when I fell when walking the dog. Excellent.