Feb 3, 2016
Falls Prevention Interdisciplinary Presentation: This toolkit was developed by the American Occupational Therapy Association and the Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapy, a component of the American Physical Therapy Association, and is intended for any health professional involved in falls prevention to deliver to groups of older adults living in the community.
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Aug 29, 2013
Older Californians At Risk for Avoidable Falls Policy Brief: This policy brief examines the growing rate of repeated falls among senior citizens, comparing data from the 2003 and 2007 California Health Interview Survey (CHIS).
Repeat Falls Among Older Californians Policy Brief
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Aug 29, 2013
Fall Prevention At Home: Brochure to help you prevent falls at home by offering some things that can be done to lower the risk for falls.
Preventing Falls And Fall-Related Injuries: List of things to do to create a safe environment with less risks for falls.
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Aug 29, 2013
Falls in the Home: This site offers a list of articles and resources about falls in the home.
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Aug 29, 2013
National Directory of Home Modification and Repair Programs: Information and comments on home modification activity nationwide with the ability to find information from the state of your choice.
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Aug 29, 2013
Balance Problems: This document explains balance problems and offers treatment and research options.
Exercise for Older Adults: Provides benefits of exercise, safety, charing progress and frequently asked questions about exercise for older adults.
National Resource Center for Safe Aging: This website contains a wealth of falls-related information for public health professionals, with links to many other useful sites.
Fall-Proofing Your Home Exercise to Improve Balance Safe Use of Medicines for Older Adults
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Aug 29, 2013
The Case for Action on Fall Prevention in California: A fact sheet on the issue of falls in California
Catch Yourself: Simple steps to prevent falls: One-sheet document (PDF) that outlines steps to help you “catch yourself” by reducing the risk of falling. (
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Home Modification: An introduction to some everyday situations that pose risks for falls, along with possible solutions. (
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Korean Version)
Stats on Falls Among ...
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