Falls Prevention Awareness Month
Save the Dates! September is National Falls Prevention Awareness Month. For 2023, the theme is From Awareness to Action. More that 45 states have active fall prevention coalitions. In Arizona, the Southern Chapter of the Arizona Falls Prevention Coalition (SCAFPC) joins these coalitions in their efforts to increase public awareness and educate consumers and professionals about the risks of falls and how to prevent falls. Top 4 Things YOU CAN do to Prevent Falls 1. Speak up. Talk openly with your healthcare provider about fall risks and prevention. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to review your medications. 2. Keep moving. Begin an exercise program to improve your leg strength and balance.
3. Get an annual eye exam. Replace eyeglasses as needed. 4. Make your home safer. Remove clutter and tripping hazards.
Day/Date
Time
Location
Event Name
Details
Wed., Sept. 13
TMC for Seniors 2695 N. Craycroft Rd. TMC for Seniors 2695 N. Craycroft Rd. Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Northwest Tucson 1921 W. Hospital Dr. TMC for Seniors 2695 N. Craycroft Rd. TMC for Seniors 2695 N. Craycroft Rd. University of Arizona Health Sciences Innovation Bldg. 1670 E. Drachman St. TMC for Seniors 2695 N. Craycroft Rd. TMC for Seniors 2695 N. Craycroft Rd. The Katie , PCOA Healthy Aging Center, 600 S. Country Club Rd.
10 am
Eat to Stay on Your Feet: Nutrition & Fall Prevention Class Falls & Fractures in Older Adults: Causes and Prevention Presentation – “Tools and Tips to Prevent Falls”
Wed., Sept. 13
4 pm
Mon., Sept. 18
3 pm
Wed., Sept. 20
10 am
Medications & Fall Safety
Wed., Sept. 20
4 pm
Foot & Ankle Issues – One Step at a Time
Mon., Sept. 25
10 am – 2 pm
Presentations, community programs and resources. No registration required.
UA Falls Prevention Fair, hosted by Banner University Medicine and the University of AZ Health Sciences - From Awareness to Action Home Safety Check: Fall and Fire Prevention Stay Steady, Stay Strong: Exercises for Fall Prevention Fall Prevention Resource Fair – “From Awareness to Action”
Tues., Sept. 26
10 am
Thurs., Sept. 28
10 am
Fri., Sept. 29
9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Presentations, Screenings, Resources Space is limited. Call 520-305-3410 to register.
Fri., Sept. 29
TMC for Seniors 2695 N. Craycroft Rd.
1 – 3 pm
“No Falls” Mini Assessment Clinic, Tai Chi, Meditation/Yoga
September/October 2023, Never Too Late | Page 15
Pima Council on Aging
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