Massachusetts Falls Prevention Coalition

23/09/2024

Do you know your falls risk? Answer 12 easy questions using NCOA's Falls Free CheckUp to see how you can maintain your independence and stay falls free. https://bit.ly/Falls-CheckUp

21/09/2023

Your vision and hearing play an important role in good balance, which is needed for everyday activities to prevent falls. Explore ways to keep your eyes and ears healthy to prevent falls #

Being able to see and hear well are important for good balance. Follow these tips to make sure your eyes and ears are reducing your risk of falling.

20/09/2023

One in four older adults fall each year, but only half tell their doctor. See how else you can get the most out of your conversations with your doctor.

It's important to talk to your doctor about any health concerns, including a fear of falling. These tips can help you prepare for the conversation. The more your doctor knows, they more they can help you!

23/09/2022

Every year, more than one and for adults age 65 and older fall, resulting in 3 million admissions to the emergency department. View the following link to learn more about exercise programs available to older adults as a cost saving mechanism. https://www.ncoa.org/article/falls-prevention-programs-saving-lives-saving-money-infographic

25/09/2020

Today is the last day of . Growing older doesn’t mean falls are inevitable. Falls are preventable! Find out how by taking a Falls Free CheckUp from : ncoa.org/FallsFreeCheckup https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7lC5Pdpx_k&list=PLBQ3IVLssSRmkiTWzYVM-xCYDv6S-5uYV&index=1

You might think you're never going to fall, but the truth is 1 in 3 older adults fall every year in the U.S. The good news is that most falls are preventable...

23/09/2020

Join the National Council on Aging for a Facebook Live today at 6:30pm EST for .

22/09/2020

Join us today at 12pm for a live webinar, featuring a pilot of A Matter of Balance Program. Click here to join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83996620676?pwd=SUpjYjJNVHFlOEp6SGd5TWZhZDdsQT09

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21/09/2020

Join the Massachusetts Falls Prevention Coalition and the Healthy Living Center of Excellence for a live Webinar hosted by MA State Rep. Paul Tucker of Salem. As part of hear speakers and learn about falls prevention activities, including our pilot of the remote A Matter of Balance program (sponsored by Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Foundation): Click here to join: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__us02web.zoom.us_j_83996620676-3Fpwd-3DSUpjYjJNVHFlOEp6SGd5TWZhZDdsQT09&d=DwMF-g&c=lDF7oMaPKXpkYvev9V-fVahWL0QWnGCCAfCDz1Bns_w&r=58bGP_E_IklpoUua4Pa3oQOEQHRpkvLek401GnBrOmc&m=aD_syYCECSyoer5dFtbghDbcR8qsM40qXnNkVM0viMY&s=EmPagRXaShny98fV7G3Hn4vqSnRflgSiCqwxk0uza5M&e=

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14/09/2020

Staying healthy and strong at home includes preventing falls. Observe during September 21-25, with a Falls Free CheckUp from , then share and discuss it with friends and family! ncoa.org/FallsFreeCheckUp

02/09/2020

One thing wasn’t changed by COVID-19: falling is NOT a normal part of aging. Observe Falls Prevention Awareness Week with a Falls Free CheckUp from . Use what you learn to reduce your risk of falling: ncoa.org/FallsFreeCheckUp

25/08/2020

Falls Prevention Awareness Week is coming up on September 21-25! Click here for more resources: https://www.ncoa.org/healthy-aging/falls-prevention/falls-prevention-awareness-week/ What are you planning to do??

Get ideas to celebrate Falls Prevention Awareness Week in your community.

09/09/2019

On September 23 @ 12 p.m. ET. join National Council on Aging for a Facebook Live Video Broadcast to discuss the impact of falls and how to prevent them. Listen to testimonials from older adults and tips from health care specialists. Host a video watch party and join the live online conversation!

09/09/2019

Join NCOA and national partners on September 24 @ 1-2 p.m. ET. on Twitter as we discuss strategies to prevent falls. Use the hashtag and follow National Council on Aging on Twitter, , to join the conversation and contribute resources and tips from your organization.

02/04/2019

Regular doctor visits, checking your medicines, and planning ahead can help older adults stay mobile and independent. Create a Plan today, or help a loved one create theirs! https://www.cdc.gov/motorvehiclesafety/older_adult_drivers/mymobility/

28/03/2019

Strength and balance activities can help prevent older adult falls. Stay safe, mobile, and independent. Create a https://www.cdc.gov/motorvehiclesafety/older_adult_drivers/mymobility/

06/09/2018

Learn how to keep your life free of falls by attending our MA Annual Falls Prevention Awareness Day event!
Join us at the MA State House on Monday, September 17th at 10 AM!