Falls Prevention
Falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries in older adults. In Montana, nearly one out of three Montanans over the age of 65 fall each year. Simple modifications can reduce a person’s risk of falling. Exercising, managing medications, yearly hearing and vision checkup, and making your living environment safer are all steps to help prevent a fall.
September is National Falls Prevention Awareness Month
Education and Resources
If you are interested in adding this kind of programming in your library please reach out to Social Determinants of Health or take a look at the training schedule See these additional resources for anyone offering classes in this topic.
Community Safety
My Mobility Plan Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
5-Point Checklist for Navigating Your Neighborhood National Council on Aging
(NCOA)
Outdoor Safety Tips Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation
Winterize to Prevent Falls National Council on Aging (NCOA)
Home Safety
Avoid Falls at Home National Council on Aging (NCOA)
Prevent Falls with Home Safety Modifications National Council on Aging (NCOA)
Home Fall Prevention Checklists for Older Adults Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
5 Quick and Easy Home Modifications USC Leonard Davis
Safe at Home Checklist American Occupational Therapy Association
AARP Home Fit Guide AARP
Prevent Falls at Home with Pets Age Safe America
Home Safety Equipment Loans Loan a variety of equipment free from MonTECH
Reports and Data
