Fall Assessment Tool

Fall Risk Assessment for Seniors

Falls are one of the leading causes of injury among older adults, but many falls can be prevented with early awareness and the right support. Our quick online Fall Risk Assessment is designed to help seniors, caregivers, and family members better understand common warning signs that may increase the risk of falling at home or during daily activities.

This easy self-screening tool asks a series of simple questions related to balance, walking, medications, mobility, and overall confidence while moving around. Based on your answers, you will receive a general fall risk evaluation along with practical recommendations that may help improve safety and reduce the chance of injury.

Many people do not realize they are at increased risk until after a fall has already occurred. Issues such as unsteadiness, weakness, medication side effects, poor balance, or difficulty standing up from a chair can all be early warning signs. Identifying these concerns early can help seniors remain independent and safe at home longer.

At Sunlight Care, we understand how important independence and safety are for older adults and their families. Our caregivers can assist with mobility support, personal care, fall prevention strategies, companionship, and creating a safer home environment for seniors throughout New Jersey.

Take the Fall Risk Assessment below to learn more about your current risk level and helpful next steps for staying safe and independent.

I have fallen in the past year.

I use or have been advised to use a cane or walker to get around safely.

Sometimes I feel unsteady when I am walking.

I steady myself by holding onto furniture when walking at home.

I am worried about falling.

I need to push with my hands to stand up from a chair.

I have some trouble stepping up onto a curb.

I often have to rush to the toilet.

I have lost some feeling in my feet.

I take medicine that sometimes makes me feel light-headed or more tired than usual.

I take medicine to help me sleep or improve my mood.

I often feel sad or depressed.

Answer all 12 questions to see your evaluation.

This screening tool is adapted from the CDC STEADI "Stay Independent" questionnaire and is for informational purposes only — it is not a medical diagnosis. If you score 4 or above, please speak with your healthcare provider about fall prevention. If you have fallen in the last 24 hours, feel dizzy, or feel unsafe, call your provider or 911 immediately.