Falls threaten the safety and independence for older Americans and can create a heavy economic and personal burden. National Falls Prevention Awareness Week will be observed September 23 – 27, 2024. Throughout September we will work to bring attention to the issue of falls and offer resources and tools to help educate and raise awareness related to falls prevention.
Falling is not a normal part of aging. Strength and balance exercises, managing your medications, having your vision checked, and making your living environment safer are all steps an individual can take to prevent a fall.
The South Dakota Falls Prevention Coalition is hosting a virtual Webinar on Motivational Interviewing to Reduce Falls in Older Adults. Jennifer Thiessen, RN, MS, COS-C with Avera@Home will lead the conversation. Continuing education credit is available.
You do NOT need to work or live in South Dakota to attend; all are welcome!
Scan the QR code or click on the Register Today button below to get registered.
September 24, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. CT
The South Dakota Fall Prevention Coalition was launched by Sanford Health and South Dakota State University Extension in 2019. It is a volunteer-run organization. Members include a wide range of healthcare and community stakeholders. Explore the South Dakota State Falls Prevention Coalition Web site to better understand their goals, objectives, and activities, and learn how they educate their community about older adult falls.