Help! My Mum Has Had a Fall at Home. Could Home Sharing Help?
- Jul 27
- 2 min read
When an older parent has a fall, everything can change in an instant.
Even if your mum escapes serious injury, it's often a wake-up call for the whole family. Questions start racing through your mind.
What if it happens again?
What if she's alone next time?
How can she stay safely in her own home without losing her independence?
If these questions sound familiar, you're not alone.
My Elderly Parent Had a Fall. What Should I Do Next?
Many families tell us that the fall itself wasn't their only concern.
Their biggest worry was knowing their parent was returning to an empty house.
Living alone doesn't automatically mean someone isn't coping well, but after a fall, many families begin looking for extra reassurance without taking away their loved one's independence.
My Elderly Parent Had a Fall. Could Home Sharing Help?
At Elder Home Share, we have been helping older people remain in their own homes for over 10 years.
Home Share is a simple idea.
A carefully matched companion lives in the homeowner's spare bedroom in exchange for affordable accommodation and companionship.
Our companions are not carers and they do not provide personal care or medical support.
However, they can provide:
An overnight presence in the home.
Companionship and social connection.
Help with agreed light household tasks and meal preparation.
Someone who can contact 999 or 112 and notify family members if an emergency occurs.
For many families, knowing that someone else is in the house brings enormous peace of mind.
A Solution That Benefits Everyone
Home Share allows many older people to continue living in the place they know and love while enjoying the company of another trusted person.
At the same time, companions benefit from affordable accommodation and the opportunity to become part of a welcoming home.
It's a solution that supports both generations.
What Families Say
"Elder Home Share was recommended to us by a few people. It proved to be a complete game changer for us as a family.
From the very first contact with Saoirse she acted in a friendly and professional manner. We matched quickly with Rosa, who became invaluable in our late mother's care.
Our lives changed for the better because of Elder Home Share. We can highly recommend Elder Home Share and wish them every success for the future. It is such a great idea for everybody involved."
— Grainne
Good News for Dublin Families
If your parent is a homeowner living alone in Dublin, the Elder Home Share matching service is completely free for eligible homeowners.
The service is also available in many other major cities and towns across Ireland.
We'd Love to Help
If your mum or dad has recently had a fall and you're beginning to think about what comes next, we'd be happy to talk you through how Home Share works.
There is no pressure and no obligation—just a friendly conversation about whether Home Share could be the right solution for your family.
Contact Elder Home Share today or complete our Family Application to find out more.
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