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Falls Prevention Kicks Off Fall

Falls Prevention Kicks Off Fall

Injuries and health issues from falling are big concerns as we age. In fact, every 28 minutes a senior falls at home. Today, (Sept 22) is the first official day of fall and also the day we kick off the Falls Prevention Awareness Week running through Sept. 28. Read my...

Falls Risk Prevention Day – Sept 22

Falls Risk Prevention Day – Sept 22

A senior dies every 29 minutes from a fall at home. Learn more about preventing falls for your older loved one in Sherri Snelling’s article for Examiner.com on seniors and falls prevention. Also check with your local senior center or the National Council on Aging...