I presented my 3-hour fall risk reduction exercise workshop at the Regency Place in Sacramento, California yesterday. Surprisingly, most of the crowd were not residents of the beautiful facility but local residents. As part of grant funded by Kaiser Permanente, the City of Sacramento's 50+ Wellness program hired me to educate about and demonstrate fall prevention techniques at six locations. Each group is limited to twenty-five people and the groups have been wonderful!
One in three adults over the age of 65 falls each year and the results can be tragic. The costs, both emotional and financial, can be devastating. As a result, falls are quickly becoming a public health concern. This is evident to me when I walk into a crowded room where every person in the room has fallen or is concerned about falling. I am so proud of these individuals for taking responsibility for their well being by learning what they can do to reduce the risk of such an accident.
Yesterday's group worked hard and several people told me how much better the exercises made them feel. These adults get it. They came out in the wind and rain to learn about fall risk reduction techniques. I love it!
Next workshop:
February 20, George Simm Community Center 12:30-4:30
The Fall Prevention Lady.
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