Introduction
The rapid growth of the elderly population and increase in life expectancy have led to new models of positive ageing where older adults are being empowered to lead fulfilling lives and adapt to degenerative changes to maintain functionality, autonomy and quality of life. Independence is a critical issue for many older adults as they age. However, in the pursuit of independence, often the older adult’s safety and health are at risk as they try to cope with health-related issues such as falls, sensory impairment, immobility, isolation, and medication non-compliance. Specifically, falling is often the sentinel event that marks the beginning of functional decline [1]. Injuries result from one-third of falls. Falls are also the leading cause of death from trauma for older adults. Impaired vision and impaired hearing are