101-year-old: The Right Cane–Mobility and Aging in Place–4 years after Broken Hip Surgery 1

 The Right Cane

Because of R's strong desire to remain in her home of over 65 years and live independently, alone--she may have put more thought into cane selection than many. The cane she eventually purchased, she first used in rehab. While she used many canes in rehab, this one felt best to her, because of its handle, which is broad. Her palm rests on it, instead of fingers wrapping the usual more rounded handle. Thus, it felt like added support. 

She was told when she left rehab 4 years ago how important it is that the cane is fit properly by someone knowledgeable. She's convinced that's why some people who, don't stand up straight and walk properly with their cane, have problems.

As parents age, inevitable problems arise. Loss of almost all vision in R's left eye and macular degeneration in her other eye are her current concerns. Mobility isn't one of them thanks to her cane and a walker (next post).

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