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!
TAI CHI: MEDICATION IN MOTION!
Friday, November 20, 9-10 am
Presenter: Nancy Krueger, MSW, CPT, Health and Wellness Coordinator, Calumet, Outagamie and Waupaca ADRC
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. Upcoming topics include: home modifications, caring for loved ones, and become active again with assistive recreation.
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
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