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Our vision is to create a center of excellence to ensure the independence, safety, and well-being of older persons through fall prevention.

Our mission is to provide leadership, create new knowledge, and develop sustainable programs for seniors and their families, professionals, program administrators, and policymakers.

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Falls are the number one cause of injury, hospital visits due to trauma, and death from an injury among people age 65 and older. It is estimated that one in three older adults falls each year. Falls among older adults is a serious issue, but research has shown that many fall risks can be reduced.

What is Fall Prevention?

Basics of Fall Prevention

This section of StopFalls.org will provide you with useful information about fall prevention programs that utilize various interventions, especially balance and mobility training, medical management, and environmental / home modifications.

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Recent and upcoming events and news updates related to fall prevention. Learn about developments in fall prevention research, programming, practice, and policy.

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Fall Prevention Awareness Week

Resources for agencies building or leading coalitions created by community fall prevention coalitions previously funded by the Archstone Foundation as well as resources from the Fall Prevention Center of Excellence.

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StopFalls Network CA

Local Coalitions in California

National Home Modification Work Group

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About Us

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Description of Projects

What is Fall Prevention?

Basics of Fall Prevention

Resources

Center Developed Resources

Organizational Resources

News & Events

Fall Prevention Awareness Week

Coalitions/Networks

StopFalls Network CA

Local Coalitions in California

National Home Modification Work Group

Service Providers

Individuals & Families

Researchers & Educators

This program is made possible through the generous support of the Archstone Foundation

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