Falls Prevention Resources
Why is falls prevention so important?
Falls can be serious at any age, but for adults 55 and older, they can be dangerous. Falls are NOT a normal part of aging and most falls can be prevented.
Talk to a healthcare provider, pharmacist, family and friends.
Exercise to improve your balance and strength.
Act to get your eyes, ears, and feet checked annually.
Make your home safer.
Falls can happen for many different reasons, so our prevention efforts must include multiple approaches. Conditions that increase your chance of falling include environmental hazards, medical conditions, and even certain medications.
Check out the MyMobility Planning Guide that includes checklists, tips, and resources to help you stay safe and mobile in the years to come. You can work through the plan by yourself or with your healthcare provider, family member, or friend.
Talk to a doctor, pharmacist, family and friends about falling:
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Talk to a Doctor
Take the free online NCOA Falls Free CheckUp and take the results to your doctor or download this CDC Stay Independent checklist and review your answers with a doctor. Find more tips on talking with a doctor here.
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Talk to a Pharmacist
Bring a list of questions and ask about side effects: This flyer has a helpful question guide and a list of medication side effects.
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Talk to your family and friends
Are you afraid of telling your family or friends that you had a fall or a fear of falling? You are not alone. Sometimes people don’t share because they are afraid of losing their independence or dignity. Read more about how to talk with family and friends about falling.
Find an Exercise Program
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Talk to a Doctor
Take the free online NCOA Falls Free CheckUp and take the results to your doctor or download this CDC Stay Independent checklist and review your answers with a doctor. Find more tips on talking with a doctor here.
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Talk to a Pharmacist
Bring a list of questions and ask about side effects: This flyer has a helpful question guide and a list of medication side effects.
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Talk to your family and friends
Are you afraid of telling your family or friends that you had a fall or a fear of falling? You are not alone. Sometimes people don’t share because they are afraid of losing their independence or dignity. Read more about how to talk with family and friends about falling.
Get your Eyes, Ears and Feet Checked Annually
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Talk to a Doctor
Take the free online NCOA Falls Free CheckUp and take the results to your doctor or download this CDC Stay Independent checklist and review your answers with a doctor. Find more tips on talking with a doctor here.
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Talk to a Pharmacist
Bring a list of questions and ask about side effects: This flyer has a helpful question guide and a list of medication side effects.
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Talk to your family and friends
Are you afraid of telling your family or friends that you had a fall or a fear of falling? You are not alone. Sometimes people don’t share because they are afraid of losing their independence or dignity. Read more about how to talk with family and friends about falling.