Hip Fracture is a common result of falls, especially among the frail and the elderly. The elderly are also more prone to suffering Alzheimer’s disease – Especially in cases where poor eyecare has been observed.

Alzheimer’s disease patients are more than three times more likely to fracture their hip than other older people and more likely to die as a result, according to US research.

An acceptable level of vision is a requirement for many of [the] activities that have been found to lower the risk of diseases and accidents.

To maintain mental and psychological health as we age, it is important to find ways to prevent sensory change, and to adjust to its’ weakening if it develops.

You can encourage your elderly to maintain good eye health by getting regular medical checkups, giving up smoking, and managing conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure that can damage the eyes. Also, eating a healthy diet will protect their eyes.

Correcting and adapting to poor vision from cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disorders and other eye problems among our elderly, are most likely to lower their chances of developing life altering diseases and accidents…

When we can’t see properly, we are exposed to a lot of risks and accidents… This may lead to the [elderly] staying more at home – and restricting themselves to just the basic rooms – sitting/ living room and bathroom.

…the fear of going out to places, to visit, on holidays and even to work – volunteered or paid – The fear of taking initiatives, of doing things for themselves…The fear of living life to its fullest, lest an accident happens, since they cannot see as well as they used to (A lot less than they used to!)…

Failing vision/ eyesight is a major cause of isolation, the fear of rejection, fear of accidents, uncertainty and depression for the elderly.

[It] is a major cause of isolation, the fear of rejection, fear of accidents, uncertainty and depression… leads to an inability to participate in – and enjoy – simple everyday tasks…. Not even their favourite games and hobbies!

For them, not being able to participate in simple events like board games, watching TV, cooking their own simple meals, listening to their favourite radio stations…