SteadySteps™ Fall Prevention & Mobility Program

Skilled fall risk assessment and mobility support delivered at home to promote safer movement, strengthen daily routines, and support confidence through structured monitoring and coordinated care.

SteadySteps™

SteadySteps™ Care Support at Home

Ideal for patients with:

Recent hospital or SNF discharge with weakness or deconditioning

Recent fall, near-falls, or high fall-risk history

Balance concerns, dizziness, or unsafe gait

Difficulty with transfers, stairs, or walking safely at home

New use of walker/cane or need for safe DME training

Medication changes that increase fall risk

Caregiver needs education for safe mobility support

Care services require physician referral and must meet Medicare home health eligibility guidelines.

What Makes SteadySteps™ Different

Standardized fall-risk screening with clear action steps
Practical home safety plan tailored to the living environment
Strength and balance routine that fits daily life
Safe transfer and walking training with teach-back
Caregiver education and cueing techniques
Consistent documentation that supports progress and continuity

SteadySteps™

The SteadySteps™ Care Approach

Clinical Care

Complete mobility and fall-risk baseline at start of care

Assess gait, balance, strength, and transfer safety

Build a personalized strengthening and balance plan

Train safe use of walker, cane, and home equipment

Address pain and endurance barriers affecting mobility

Re-check progress and adjust plan as tolerance improves

Education + Self-Management

Teach safe transfers (bed, chair, toilet) with teach-back
Reinforce fall-prevention routines and daily safety habits
Coach pacing and energy conservation for safer movement
Train caregivers on safe assist and cueing techniques
Provide clear red-flag guidance and when to call immediately
Encourage simple home exercises and consistency routines
Support footwear, lighting, and clutter-reduction habits

Care Coordination

Provide timely updates on mobility progress and safety risks

Request and confirm orders for PT/OT frequency changes

Coordinate DME needs and safe setup recommendations

Communicate with PCP/specialists for dizziness or medication concerns

Align plan with discharge instructions and transition notes

Maintain consistent handoffs with referral partners and family

Why SteadySteps™

First 7 Days Workflow

Days

01 - 02

➜ Baseline mobility evaluation and fall-risk screening
➜ Home safety walkthrough focused on high-risk areas
➜ Confirm DME needs and safe setup
➜ Start a simple, safe routine the patient can repeat daily

Days

03-05

➜ Strength and balance plan with teach-back
➜ Transfer training and safe walking practice
➜ Caregiver training for safe assistance and cueing
➜ Escalate if near-falls continue or safety declines

Days

06-07

➜ Re-check balance, gait, and transfer safety trend
➜ Adjust routine for confidence and consistency
➜ Update physician on progress and next-step plan

Call the nurse immediately

Red Flags We Watch

Any fall with head impact, severe pain, or bleeding

New confusion, fainting, or sudden dizziness

New weakness, numbness, or trouble speaking (call 911)

Severe new back/hip pain or inability to bear weight

Repeated near-falls or rapidly worsening balance

New medication side effects that affect alertness or stability

SteadySteps™ OUTCOMES

Outcomes we track

Wound size trend (weekly measurement improvement)

Wound-related ED visits and hospitalizations

Patient/caregiver confidence with wound routine (quick 1–10 score)

Infection events and antibiotic starts

Connect With Home Heal

Care Starts With a Conversation

Whether this is for you or a loved one, we’ll guide you through eligibility, timing, and what to expect, one step at a time.

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