September is National Fall Prevention Month. Falls are the leading cause of injury and injury death in adults over the age of 65. As a leading health threat, falls can reduce the ability to remain independent. However, falls are preventable and don’t have to be an inevitable part of aging. There are several proven ways to reduce and prevent falls. Review the information below to ensure you or your loved one’s home is safe and free from fall hazards.

Nutrition
Risk Factors
Checklist 
Home Checklist
Risk Assessment

Join us on facebook.com/wrhservingseniors at the below times to learn more about fall prevention from our healthcare providers:
September 1 at 2 p.m. - Fall Prevention and Self-Assessment Guide presented by Itsy Ray, MHA, BSN, RN, Trauma Coordinator, Western Reserve Hospital and Lori Smith, Training Coordinator, Direction Home Akron-Canton Area Agency on Aging & Disabilities

September 7 at 9 a.m. - Learn About Exercise to Prevent Falls presented by Anne Bee and Anne Coughlin, Physical Therapy, Western Reserve Hospital and Lori Smith, Training Coordinator, Direction Home Akron-Canton Area on Aging & Disabilities

September 14 at 9 a.m. - Learn About Fall Hazards at Home and Complete Home Safety Checklist presented by Anne Bee and Anne Coughlin, Physical Therapy, Itsy Ray, MHA, BSN, RN, Trauma Coordinator, Western Reserve Hospital and Lori Smith, Training Coordinator, Direction Home Akron-Canton Area on Aging & Disabilities

September 16 at 9 a.m. - Learn to Eat Well and Make a Meal Plan presented by Nancy A. Azar, MS, RDN, LD, Western Reserve Hospital and Lori Smith, Training Coordinator, Direction Home Akron-Canton Area on Aging & Disabilities

September 21 at 9 a.m. - Learn to Talk to Your Doctor and Make a Medication List presented by Daniel Stratton, PharmD, R.Ph., New Choice Pharmacy and Itsy Ray, MHA, BSN, RN, Western Reserve Hospital and Lori Smith, Training Coordinator, Direction Home Akron-Canton Area on Aging & Disabilities