The very word can send a ripple of concern through any care home.
It's a challenge we face daily, a shadow that hides even in the most diligently managed environments. We know the statistics are awful: falls are a leading cause of injury in older adults, and for those in care homes, the risk escalates dramatically.
The goal of minimising these incidents isn't just about compliance but about the fundamental promise we make to residents and their families – a promise of safety, dignity, and genuine care.
For too long, the conversation around nurse call systems has centred on response. How quickly can staff react after an alert? How efficiently can we manage the aftermath of a fall? These reactive measures, while important, are only half the story.
Imagine relying solely on smoke detectors that only sounded after the fire had taken hold. It's a similar principle when we consider fall safety.
Are we offering the best possible protection by simply waiting for a fall to happen before we act?
The landscape of social care is evolving. We're moving beyond a model of simply reacting to events towards a proactive, preventative approach. This shift is driven by a deeper understanding of resident needs and a recognition that technology can empower us to anticipate and mitigate risks, not just respond to them. And when it comes to falls, this proactive approach is not just beneficial – it's becoming absolutely essential.
Think about it: a traditional nurse call system, on its own, is essentially a reactive tool. A resident presses a button after they need assistance, often after a fall has already occurred. While this is a vital communication channel, it doesn't address the fall itself. It's a bit like having a first-aid kit ready but no strategy to prevent the injury in the first place.
This is where integrated fall detection transforms the narrative. By seamlessly incorporating fall detection technology into the nurse call system, we move from a reactive model to a proactive one. Suddenly, the system becomes more than just a call button – it becomes a vigilant guardian capable of anticipating potential falls and enabling timely intervention.
The advantages of this integration are profound:
At Arquella, integrated fall detection isn't a luxury feature but a fundamental element of a truly modern and responsible nurse call system. Our Arquella Sense technology, seamlessly working with Arquella Call, is designed with this proactive philosophy at its core.
With Arquella Sense, you benefit from:
So, we return to our initial question: is your nurse call system complete without fall detection? In a time when proactive care is becoming the benchmark and technology offers us the tools to genuinely prevent falls, the answer is increasingly evident.
Integrated fall detection and prevention technology is not just a ‘nice-to-have’ – it's the essential next step in ensuring resident safety and providing comprehensive care.
It's time to move beyond simply reacting to falls and embrace the proactive power of integrated technology.
Discover how Arquella's integrated nurse call and fall detection solutions can transform resident safety in your care home.
Contact us today for a demonstration, and let us help you build a safer, more secure future for your residents.
Arquella is dedicated to developing innovative technology solutions that empower health and social care providers to deliver exceptional, proactive care. From fall prevention technologies to connected care ecosystems, we are committed to creating a future where technology works seamlessly to enhance resident well-being and improve care delivery.
Explore our full range of solutions and learn more about our proactive approach at www.arquella.co.uk.