Once falls begin…..they usually continue and increase in frequency. She probably can’t remember to use a walker or cane and even if she did…..it might not prevent a fall. Assisted Living can’t prevent the falls either, but they can be on hand to immediately assist in her aid if she’s injured or can’t get up.

Several months ago my mom lost her balance and even though standing right at her walker fell onto her side, breaking her right arm, cutting her head, injuring her knee and ankle….(We feel fortunate it wasn’t her hip, because that’s a much harder recovery.) She wasn’t able to move at all. The phone was out of her reach to call 911 or anyone. If I had not been there, she would have laid on the floor indefinitely. She was so scared, I think she might have suffered a cardiac event if she had no help for hours. Keeping the phone within reach 24/7 might not be feasible. I have also heard of seniors who fall who just can’t call for help even if the phone is nearby. Have you checked into Life Alert?

These and other reasons are why imo it’s good to have someone around at all times with a senior who is that advanced in age and who suffers with poor balance and falls. Being more careful usually doesn’t help.

I’d be inclined to stop the driving. A loss of balance while driving could be devastating.