FINDING BALANCE TOGETHER
We are a Community based, not-for-profit organization
that is supported by 15+ public and private organizations
including healthcare providers, local government,
pharmacies, and advocacy groups.
FINDING BALANCE TOGETHER
We are a Community based, not-for-profit organization that is supported by 15+ public and private organizations including healthcare providers, local government, pharmacies, and advocacy groups.
UPCOMING EVENTS
JOIN US FOR THE NEXT FALLS FREE FRIDAY!
Incontinence – Common but Never Normal
Friday, March 19, 9-10 am
Numerous studies have linked urinary incontinence with an increased risk of falling and a variety of factors can contribute. Both women and men can have stress incontinence where leakage occurs with physical movement or activity. Hysterectomy and prostate cancer surgery can weaken the muscles that support the bladder and urethra increasing the risk of incontinence. How can physical therapy potentially help?
On the third Friday of each month join us for a new speaker addressing a wide range of issues that will help our community age well and prevent falls.
A FEW KEY STATISTICS
A progressive loss of muscle mass occurs starting at age 40 and loss can continue to increase each decade.
3 out of 4 adults who are hospitalized after a fall either die or require long term care.
The top 5 causes of falls in the Fox Valley include: tripping/stumbling, falling from a chair, falling down steps, falling from a height (off of a roof/object), and falling off of ladders.
FEATURED CONTENT
Go4Life
An exercise and physical activity campaign from NIH
Checklist for Fall Prevention
A Home Fall Prevention Checklist for Older Adults
Wisconsin Institute for Healthy Aging
To help the state’s citizens live healthier lives through evidence-based prevention programs.
FROM OUR BLOG
FROM
OUR BLOG
How to Synchronize your Refills and Bubble-Pack your Prescriptions
If you or a family member takes multiple prescribed medications, it can be a major task to safely manage proper dosages, dosing schedules, and refills…
Every Walk I Take…
I am a grandmother of seven, and very thankful for “every walk I take.” At the age of 35 I was diagnosed with degenerative disc disease that was progressing rapidly…
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