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[Resource] Connecting generations: planning and implementing interventions for intergenerational contact
World Health Organization
OverviewAgeism exists when “age” is used to categorize individuals and create social divisions, with ensuing injustice and harm and lack of solidarity across generations. Ageism is highly detrimental to our health and well-being and imposes a heavy cost on societies. The World Health Organizatio
[Recorded Webinar] Exercise and Physical Activity to Reduce the Risk of Falls
LOOP
WEBINAR DESCRIPTION:This webinar will review the current evidence and provide some clinical pearls of wisdom on how exercise can help to reduce the risk of falls.Dr. Ziebart specializes in working with people with osteoporosis, so specific guidelines will be shared on how exercise can help to reduce
[Resource] How to Lower Your Fall Risk
Government of Canada
Falls can be a serious risk to your health and safety. Here are some tips on how to avoid falls:Stop and smell the roses: take your time, don't rush when walking or getting upKeep stairs and walkways free of clutter, ice or snowUse hand rails and grab bars to keep you steady on your feetBala
[Resource] Stop Falls - Staying Independent Checklist
Regional Geriatric Program of Eastern Ontario
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[Resource] Stay on your Feet - Parkinson's
UBC Pacific Parkinson's Research Centre
Falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations and injury related deaths. Falls are also the major reason for admission to a residential care facility. A fall can happen to anyone, anywhere, anytime. Having Parkinson’s will increase your risk. Although not everyone experiences fall
[Resource] A CDC Compendium of Effective Fall Interventions: What Works for Community-Dwelling Older Adults, 4th Edition
CDC
This collection of effective fall interventions is designed to help public health practitioners, senior service providers, clinicians, and others who want to address older adult falls in their community.The 4th edition of the Compendium describes 34 single interventions (17 exercise interventions,
[Resource] Stay In The Game! Prevent Falls
Vancouver Coastal Health
Falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalization, injury-related death, and the major reason for admission to a residential care facility. Falls and fall-related injury decrease the quality of life and independence of many seniors each year. A fall can happen anywhere, but most falls ha
[Video] Indigenous Fall Prevention Symposium
CFPC Fall Prevention
The Indigenous Fall Prevention Symposium was held in Newfoundland, June 11, 2018. This pivotal event marks the beginning of an international network on this important issue
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