Common signs include a recent fall or near-fall, unsteadiness, holding onto furniture to get around, difficulty rising from a chair or bed, or avoiding stairs and outings. If you’re worried about a fall, it’s worth arranging support before one happens.

Transfer assistance is helping someone move safely from one position or surface to another — for example, from bed to a chair or onto the toilet. Our caregivers are trained in proper transfer techniques (and use aids like gait belts where appropriate) to protect your loved one from falls and injury.

We start with an in-home assessment to spot hazards, then recommend simple fixes — clearing clutter and securing rugs, improving lighting, adding grab bars and railings, and ensuring safe footwear; while providing steady support during the riskiest movements. Most household falls are preventable.

Often, yes. Mobility help is part of personal care, which New York Medicaid may cover for those who qualify. Eligibility depends on financial and care-need criteria, and our team helps families navigate the process from start to finish.