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Ambient fall detection sensors collected data from three care settings (residential aged care facilities [RACFs], retirement villages [RVs], and home dwelling communities [HDCs]; n\u2009=\u200931 households). Quantitative analysis involved fall alerts, temporospatial analysis by time of day and location. Qualitative insights were obtained through semistructured interviews with 14 older adults and 9 caregivers to understand fall risks.<\/jats:p>\n                  <jats:p>Distinct fall alert patterns emerged. In RACFs, alerts were most frequently recorded in bedrooms at night, linked to physical limitations and cognitive decline. RVs showed a more even distribution of alerts throughout the day, influenced by mobility issues, social activities, and pets affecting sensor accuracy. HDCs had the lowest fall alert rates, with nighttime alerts mainly in bedrooms, reflecting residents' physical status and strong family support. Qualitative data underscored the effect of cognitive and physical impairments in RACFs, mobility challenges, social activities, and pet influences in RVs, and shared living arrangements in HDCs.<\/jats:p>\n                  <jats:p>Fall alert patterns varied across RACFs, RVs, and HDCs, requiring tailored strategies. In RACFs, prevention should focus on nighttime safety with improved monitoring and bed alarms. Medication reviews are important, as many residents take medications affecting balance and cognition, increasing nighttime fall risks. In RVs, mobility programs and sensor accuracy improvements are needed to reduce false alerts from pets or daily activities. 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