Falls Prevention Awareness Week is here! From September 23-27, 2024, we encourage everyone to focus on reducing the risk of falls, especially for older adults. Falls are a leading cause of injury, but they can often be prevented with the right steps.
Tips to Prevent Falls:
Join Us in Preventing Falls
As we focus on Fall Prevention Awareness this week, remember that even small steps can lead to big improvements. Whether it's attending a local class at the YMCA or making small adjustments at home, you can take an active role in reducing the risk of falls for yourself or a loved one.
Stay safe, stay active, and spread the word!
Tips to Prevent Falls:
- Stay Active: Strength and balance exercises help keep you steady.
- Check Your Vision: Regular eye exams ensure clear sight.
- Manage Medications: Be aware of side effects like dizziness.
- Create a Safe Home: Clear clutter and improve lighting.
- Wear Supportive Shoes: Choose sturdy, non-slip footwear.
- Creating Confidence from the Ground Up - Apple Creek YMCA, Sept 23rd at 12:00 PM
- Stepping On: A Falls Prevention Workshop - Fox West YMCA, Sept 24-Nov 5th at 12:00 PM
- What's a Hazard? - Neenah-Menasha YMCA, Sept 23-27th during business hours
- Balance Basics - Hear of the Valley YMCA, Sept 24th at 9:00 AM
- Tai Chi for Fall Prevention - Neenah-Menasha YMCA, Sept 24th at 1:30 PM
- Balance & Stability Class - Appleton YMCA, Sept 25th at 10:00 AM
- Strength and Stretch for Stability - Heart of the Valley YMCA, Sept 26th at 9:00 AM
Join Us in Preventing Falls
As we focus on Fall Prevention Awareness this week, remember that even small steps can lead to big improvements. Whether it's attending a local class at the YMCA or making small adjustments at home, you can take an active role in reducing the risk of falls for yourself or a loved one.
Stay safe, stay active, and spread the word!