I fell during the night in my bedroom and was unable to get up. (Have had 6 fractures before from falls), so I pressed my personal alarm and an ambulance was requested. They were able to enter my house using my key safe.
The team was very helpful indeed and did a thorough check of my hip which was hurting. Fortunately, I did not have a fracture this time. A heart tracing was also done; a cup of tea made & a check of my walking. The team was very helpful indeed.
They reported my fall to a 'fall team' and a lovely nurse paid me a visit some days later, to check on my health. She also advised daily exercise 'move with Mary' which I have been doing to hopefully strengthen my legs and balance.
The local council have also called since and given me aids to make life safer and a full check done of my house.
I am so grateful for all my willing helpers. Thank you all so much indeed. (Hope I won't need to use you again!)
"The team was very helpful indeed"
About: Community services / Falls Prevention Service Community services Falls Prevention Service Ballymena BT43 6DA Northern Ireland Ambulance Service / First responder paramedic Northern Ireland Ambulance Service First responder paramedic Belfast BT8 8SG
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