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What to do when an elderly family member refuses to wear protection

What to do when an elderly family member refuses to wear protection

You've found a solution that could help them. You've read information about fall prevention. And yet, the answer is always the same: "I don't need it."

The real problem is often not the protection itself

Protection can be interpreted as a loss of independence, a sign of aging, or confirmation of frailty. That's why the conversation is usually more emotional than rational.

Talk about peace of mind, not incapacitation

Instead of saying, "You need it because you might fall," say, "It would help me feel more at ease when I'm not with you."

Involve them in the decision

People are much more accepting of things they feel they have chosen. Let them choose the color, the model, when to use it.

Appearance matters more than it seems

Nobody wants to wear something that reminds them they are getting older. Modern designs have evolved precisely for that reason.

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