September is Fall Prevention Awareness Month! Falls can affect an older adult’s safety and independence, but small changes can make a big difference. Clearing walkways, improving lighting, wearing supportive shoes, and staying active are all ways to lower your risk. It also helps to keep up with vision and hearing checkups, review medications with your doctor, and have a way to call for help in an emergency.
Meals on Wheels Diablo Region offers a free Fall Prevention Program for adults 60 and older in Contra Costa County, with exercises, education, and in-home safety assessments. Take a look at the flyer for more tips, and contact us at (925-937-8311) to learn more or click here.