Divisions

Area Agency on Aging

Health and Wellness

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Falls Prevention - Click Here for Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
This program is designed to help older adults 60+ years of age reduce their fear of falling through group discussion, problem-solving strategies and increasing the physical activity levels of those who have concerns about falls. The class consists of eight two-hour sessions.

To sign up for the Falls Prevention Coach Training, Register Here

For more information please contact Reuben Parrish at 512-916-6182 or toll free at 1-888-622-9111 ext. 6182

 

Do You Have Concerns About Falling Brochure (Brochure coming soon)

 

Capital Falls Prevention Newsletter  (newsletter coming soon)

 

Texas Falls Prevention Coalition (TFPC)

Link to TFPC


Resources

 

CDC- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Injury Center
Preventing Falls Among Older Adults
http://www.cdc.gov/ncipc/duip/preventadultfalls.htm

Mayo Clinic-Senior Health
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/fall-prevention/HQ00657

National Council on Aging (NCOA)- Center for Healthy Aging
http://www.healthyagingprograms.org/content.asp?sectionid=69

Maine Health- Partnerships for Healthy Aging
A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls
http://www.mmc.org/mh_body.cfm?id=432