An estimated 240 million calls are made to 9-1-1 in the U.S. each year. This is a staggering number and many of these calls are made by our elderly. As family caregivers caring for an elderly loved one, we do our best to prevent emergencies from happening by providing optimal care. Being pro-active is key and knowing the top five reasons why elderly call 9-1-1 is a great way to create prevention strategies to reduce the likelihood of emergencies occurring.

Let’s dive into the top five emergencies that result in a 9-1-1 call and prevention strategies that can be incorporated to help prevent them.

#5: Pressure Ulcers: ​These are also known as pressure sores or bedsores. Pressure ulcers are injuries to skin and underlying tissues resulting from prolonged pressure on the skin. They can develop quickly and those at risk of bedsores typically have medical conditions that limit their