One Fall Can Change a Life. Falls Prevention Can Too.
St. Louis Oasis hosting a free Falls Prevention and Health Fair during Falls Prevention Awareness Week to empower older adults to take proactive steps toward staying healthy, active, and independent.
ST. LOUIS, MO— In the United States, falls among older adults result in more than three million emergency department visits and over one million hospitalizations each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In honor of Falls Prevention Awareness Week (Sept. 21–25), St. Louis Oasis is bringing together local resources, health experts, and community partners for the organization's annual Falls Prevention and Health Fair happening on Sept. 24 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 500 Northwest Plaza in St. Ann. This free event is open to the public, and includes food, health screenings, vaccinations, balance resources, and home safety tips.
Along with hosting the annual community fair, St. Louis Oasis offers a wide range of classes and programs at its Northwest Plaza location, known as the Center for Falls Prevention, which provides year-round opportunities to help older adults stay active, healthy, and independent. Classes and programs offered include strength and balance sessions, health panels, and one-on-one medication reviews and falls risk assessments.
"The heart of our mission is helping people age independently, and falls prevention is a vital part of that," said Juliet Simone, Oasis Chief Programs Officer. "A single fall can significantly increase the risk of future falls and lead to serious injuries, hospitalizations, and loss of independence. We are proud to be a trusted resource for falls prevention in our community throughout the year."
In addition to attending the free community fair, Oasis recommends the following to reduce falls risk year-round:
- Stay physically active. Consistently working on strength, balance, and flexibility through exercises such as tai chi, yoga, or strength training can help reduce falls risk.
- Review medications. Some prescription and over-the-counter medications can cause dizziness or affect balance.
- Schedule annual vision and hearing exams. Changes in eyesight or hearing can make it more difficult to notice hazards and maintain balance.
- Improve home safety. Remove tripping hazards such as loose rugs, electrical cords, and clutter, improve lighting throughout the home, install grab bars in bathrooms, and use sturdy handrails on stairways. These simple modifications can create a safer living environment.
- Choose supportive footwear. Wear well-fitting shoes with non-slip soles and avoid walking in socks or loose-fitting slippers, especially on slick surfaces.
"Falling doesn't have to be a normal part of growing older," said Simone. "Small changes to our homes, daily routines, and overall lifestyle can greatly reduce the risk of falling."
Learn more and register for the Falls Prevention and Health Fair at stloasis.org/falls. View all St. Louis Oasis classes and programs at stloasis.org/class.
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About Oasis
The Oasis Institute is a national nonprofit organization that promotes healthy aging through lifelong learning, wellness programs and volunteer engagement. Founded in St. Louis, Missouri in 1982, Oasis has a national membership of 360,000 adults and serves 52,000 people annually through partnerships in 700 communities in 47 states. For more information, visit www.oasisnet.org or call 314-862-4859 x 24. For Oasis media quotes, logos, and photos, please visit stloasis.org/media.
One Fall Can Change a Life. Falls Prevention Can Too.
St. Louis Oasis hosting a free Falls Prevention and Health Fair during Falls Prevention Awareness Week to empower older adults to take proactive steps toward staying healthy, active, and independent.
ST. LOUIS, MO— In the United States, falls among older adults result in more than three million emergency department visits and over one million hospitalizations each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In honor of Falls Prevention Awareness Week (Sept. 21–25), St. Louis Oasis is bringing together local resources, health experts, and community partners for the organization's annual Falls Prevention and Health Fair happening on Sept. 24 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 500 Northwest Plaza in St. Ann. This free event is open to the public, and includes food, health screenings, vaccinations, balance resources, and home safety tips.
Along with hosting the annual community fair, St. Louis Oasis offers a wide range of classes and programs at its Northwest Plaza location, known as the Center for Falls Prevention, which provides year-round opportunities to help older adults stay active, healthy, and independent. Classes and programs offered include strength and balance sessions, health panels, and one-on-one medication reviews and falls risk assessments.
"The heart of our mission is helping people age independently, and falls prevention is a vital part of that," said Juliet Simone, Oasis Chief Programs Officer. "A single fall can significantly increase the risk of future falls and lead to serious injuries, hospitalizations, and loss of independence. We are proud to be a trusted resource for falls prevention in our community throughout the year."
In addition to attending the free community fair, Oasis recommends the following to reduce falls risk year-round:
- Stay physically active. Consistently working on strength, balance, and flexibility through exercises such as tai chi, yoga, or strength training can help reduce falls risk.
- Review medications. Some prescription and over-the-counter medications can cause dizziness or affect balance.
- Schedule annual vision and hearing exams. Changes in eyesight or hearing can make it more difficult to notice hazards and maintain balance.
- Improve home safety. Remove tripping hazards such as loose rugs, electrical cords, and clutter, improve lighting throughout the home, install grab bars in bathrooms, and use sturdy handrails on stairways. These simple modifications can create a safer living environment.
- Choose supportive footwear. Wear well-fitting shoes with non-slip soles and avoid walking in socks or loose-fitting slippers, especially on slick surfaces.
"Falling doesn't have to be a normal part of growing older," said Simone. "Small changes to our homes, daily routines, and overall lifestyle can greatly reduce the risk of falling."
Learn more and register for the Falls Prevention and Health Fair at stloasis.org/falls. View all St. Louis Oasis classes and programs at stloasis.org/class.
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About Oasis
The Oasis Institute is a national nonprofit organization that promotes healthy aging through lifelong learning, wellness programs and volunteer engagement. Founded in St. Louis, Missouri in 1982, Oasis has a national membership of 360,000 adults and serves 52,000 people annually through partnerships in 700 communities in 47 states. For more information, visit www.oasisnet.org or call 314-862-4859 x 24. For Oasis media quotes, logos, and photos, please visit stloasis.org/media.
One Fall Can Change a Life. Falls Prevention Can Too.
St. Louis Oasis hosting a free Falls Prevention and Health Fair during Falls Prevention Awareness Week to empower older adults to take proactive steps toward staying healthy, active, and independent.
ST. LOUIS, MO— In the United States, falls among older adults result in more than three million emergency department visits and over one million hospitalizations each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In honor of Falls Prevention Awareness Week (Sept. 21–25), St. Louis Oasis is bringing together local resources, health experts, and community partners for the organization's annual Falls Prevention and Health Fair happening on Sept. 24 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 500 Northwest Plaza in St. Ann. This free event is open to the public, and includes food, health screenings, vaccinations, balance resources, and home safety tips.
Along with hosting the annual community fair, St. Louis Oasis offers a wide range of classes and programs at its Northwest Plaza location, known as the Center for Falls Prevention, which provides year-round opportunities to help older adults stay active, healthy, and independent. Classes and programs offered include strength and balance sessions, health panels, and one-on-one medication reviews and falls risk assessments.
"The heart of our mission is helping people age independently, and falls prevention is a vital part of that," said Juliet Simone, Oasis Chief Programs Officer. "A single fall can significantly increase the risk of future falls and lead to serious injuries, hospitalizations, and loss of independence. We are proud to be a trusted resource for falls prevention in our community throughout the year."
In addition to attending the free community fair, Oasis recommends the following to reduce falls risk year-round:
- Stay physically active. Consistently working on strength, balance, and flexibility through exercises such as tai chi, yoga, or strength training can help reduce falls risk.
- Review medications. Some prescription and over-the-counter medications can cause dizziness or affect balance.
- Schedule annual vision and hearing exams. Changes in eyesight or hearing can make it more difficult to notice hazards and maintain balance.
- Improve home safety. Remove tripping hazards such as loose rugs, electrical cords, and clutter, improve lighting throughout the home, install grab bars in bathrooms, and use sturdy handrails on stairways. These simple modifications can create a safer living environment.
- Choose supportive footwear. Wear well-fitting shoes with non-slip soles and avoid walking in socks or loose-fitting slippers, especially on slick surfaces.
"Falling doesn't have to be a normal part of growing older," said Simone. "Small changes to our homes, daily routines, and overall lifestyle can greatly reduce the risk of falling."
Learn more and register for the Falls Prevention and Health Fair at stloasis.org/falls. View all St. Louis Oasis classes and programs at stloasis.org/class.
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About Oasis
The Oasis Institute is a national nonprofit organization that promotes healthy aging through lifelong learning, wellness programs and volunteer engagement. Founded in St. Louis, Missouri in 1982, Oasis has a national membership of 360,000 adults and serves 52,000 people annually through partnerships in 700 communities in 47 states. For more information, visit www.oasisnet.org or call 314-862-4859 x 24. For Oasis media quotes, logos, and photos, please visit stloasis.org/media.
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